Registered Respiratory Therapist - Hillcrest NICU

Cleveland Clinic; Mayfield Heights (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider where you will play a crucial role in delivering exceptional care to newborns in need of respiratory support. As a Registered Respiratory Therapist in a state-of-the-art facility, you will utilize the latest technology and research to ensure the best outcomes for vulnerable patients. This position not only requires technical expertise but also a compassionate approach to care, as you will support families during challenging times. If you are dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of others, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Graduated from a CoARC accredited Respiratory Therapy Program.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment, treatment, care, and evaluation to patients.
• Implement and monitor patient care plans for respiratory insufficiencies.

Skills

Respiratory Care

Patient Assessment

Compassion and Empathy

Communication Skills

Education

Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Bachelor's Degree (Preferred)

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)

Job description

**This position is eligible for a $7,500 sign-on bonus.**

Join Cleveland Clinic Hillcrest Hospital and experience exceptional, state-of-the-art healthcare. Cleveland Clinic is consistently recognized as one of the top hospitals in the nation, and Hillcrest Hospital is a proud Magnet Hospital awarded by the American Nurses Credentialing Center.

Hillcrest Hospital offers a wide range of pediatric services designed to support children at every stage of their development. From preparing birth arrangements to taking care of active teens, you will provide patients and parents with world-class care. Along with primary care pediatrics, Hillcrest Hospital specializes in neonatology, pediatric hospital medicine and pediatric emergency care. As part of our team, you will use the latest technology and most recent research to achieve the best possible outcomes.

As a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) in the Hillcrest NICU, you will provide essential care to babies less than 32 weeks gestational age. Their clinical presentation can range anywhere from weighing less than 2,400 grams at birth to needing ventilation for respiratory support. This position requires compassion and empathy, as parents with babies in this condition are especially sensitive and concerned. Offering this kindness can make a lasting difference in the lives of both babies and their families every day.

**A caregiver in this position works nights, 6pm-6:30am, with rotating weekend and holiday requirements.**

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

+ Provide assessment, treatment, care and evaluation to patients with respiratory insufficiencies.

+ Implement and monitor patient care plans.

+ Assess patients for the appropriate type and frequency of treatment and develop, implement and monitor patient care plans.

+ Monitor, record and communicate patients' conditions.

+ Perform advanced respiratory care modalities, evaluate respiratory practice, administer medications and treatments, and perform blood gas puncture and analysis.

+ Educate patients and families about the illness and provide information about community support groups and other programs.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

+ Associate's degree and graduate of a CoARC accredited Respiratory Therapy Program

+ Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)

+ Ohio Respiratory Care Professional (RCP) Board Licensure

+ Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification by the American Heart Association (AHA)

+ Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) and/or Neonatal Pediatric Specialist (NPS) Certifications

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

+ Neonatal/Pediatric experience

+ Critical Care experience

+ Bachelor's Degree

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**Physical Requirements:**

+ Good manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination

+ Normal hearing and vision or corrected to normal range

+ Sitting, standing and walking for extended periods of time.

+ Medium Work, exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects

+ Physical Demand requirements in excess of those for Light Work

**Personal Protective Equipment:**

+ Follow standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required

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