Registered Respiratory Therapist Critical Care

Ascension; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Retirement plan

PTO & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Ascension in Indianapolis, IN is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for the Nights full-time role in the Respiratory Therapy Critical Care department. You will formulate and evaluate respiratory care plans, administer advanced modalities, and document patient status while coordinating care with the team.

This role requires Indiana RTC licensure, BLS within 30 days, NBRC RRT credential within 12 months, and preferred ALS/PALS.

Qualifications

• BLS certification within 30 days of hire.
• Respiratory Care Practitioner credentialed from Indiana required.
• NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist credential within 12 months of hire date.
• Advanced Life Support preferred.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred.

Responsibilities

• Formulate, execute, and evaluate individualized respiratory care protocols.
• Manage and oversee the application of advanced respiratory modalities and specialized equipment.
• Document, record, and communicate patient status, assessing treatment efficacy relative to outcomes.
• Provide comprehensive patient and family education regarding conditions and facilitate referrals to external resources.
• Participate in the emergency resuscitation team and respond to critical code notifications.

Education

Associate degree/Technical degree or 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience

Job description

• Department: Respiratory Therapy Critical Care


• Schedule: Nights | Full-time #NextGenHealthcare

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Indianapolis, IN


• Facility: St. Vincent Indianapolis


• Department: Respiratory Therapy Critical Care


• Schedule: Nights | Full-time #NextGenHealthcare

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Formulate, execute, and evaluate individualized respiratory care protocols.


• Manage and oversee the application of advanced respiratory modalities and specialized equipment.


• Document, record, and communicate patient status, assessing treatment efficacy relative to established outcomes.


• Provide comprehensive patient and family education regarding conditions and facilitate referrals to external community resources.


• Participate in the emergency resuscitation team and respond to critical code notifications.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.


• Respiratory Care Practitioner credentialed from the Indiana Respiratory Care Committee obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.


• Respiratory Therapist specializing in Registered credentialed from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) obtained within 12 Months (1 year) of hire date or job transfer date required.


• Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.


• Certification specializing in Neonatal Resuscitation credentialed from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) preferred.


• Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Education

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate’s degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Additional Preferences

• RRT (Registered Respiratory Therapist) credential highly preferred


• ICU experience (medical, surgical, and/or trauma ICU) preferred


• Emergency Department experience preferred


• Two years of experience preferred

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options


• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance


• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays


• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning


• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources


• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits


• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

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