Registered Respiratory Therapist - Full Time

Jobtome; Newcastle Township (NE); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Retirement plan matching

Job summary

Mercy seeks a Respiratory Therapist to provide direct patient care across modalities per physician orders. You will consult with physicians on therapy effectiveness and act as a resource for the care team. The role emphasizes compassionate, collaborative care within a hospital setting.

Required: graduate from a CoARC-approved Respiratory Care program and current RCP license; NBRC RRT credential. ER staff may require PALS. ACLS preferred. Physical demands are noted as part of the job.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a CoARC approved Respiratory Care program.
• Current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license.
• NBRC RRT credential required; PALS if ER staff.
• ACLS preferred; ability to handle physical demands.

Responsibilities

• Perform direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory therapy per physician orders.
• Consult with physicians on effectiveness of therapy.
• Serve as an advanced resource for physicians and nursing staff.

Skills

RCP licensure

RRT NBRC certification

ACLS (preferred)

Critical care awareness (preferred)

Education

CoARC approved Respiratory Care program

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Job Profile SummaryOverview

Performs direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory care, according to physician's orders. Consults physicians on effectiveness of therapy. Acts as an advanced resource person for physicians and nursing on respiratory care. Performs duties as assigned.

Position Details:

• QualificationsEducation: Graduate of CoArc approved Respiratory Care program.
• Licensure: Meets state licensure requirements and has a current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license.
• Experience: None.
• Certifications: Hold the Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential awarded by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). For co-workers who work in the Emergency Room PALS is required.
• Other: Physical demands are attached plus push, pull, and grip up to 50 lbs. Plus, pinch up to 10 lbs., kneel, crouch, and crawl minimally.
• Equipment Used: All appropriate respiratory care devices.
• Preferred Education: Acute Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
• Preferred Licensure:
• Preferred Experience: Prefer critical care experience.
• Preferred Certifications:
• Preferred Other:

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.