Registered Respiratory Therapist NICU Pediatrics

St. David's HealthCare; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Registered Respiratory Therapist specializing in NICU Pediatrics. This role involves performing critical care procedures, operating respiratory equipment, and collaborating closely with a team of healthcare professionals to ensure high-quality patient care. Join a supportive and compassionate environment where your skills will make a significant difference in the lives of patients. With a commitment to professional growth and a robust benefits package, this opportunity offers a fulfilling career path in a reputable healthcare organization. Apply now and be part of a team that values your contributions!

Benefits

Comprehensive medical coverage

401(k) Plan with matching

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Education assistance

Paid time off

Free telemedicine services

Colleague recognition program

Free counseling services

Flexible spending accounts

Referral services for child and elder care

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program required.
• NICU/PEDI hospital experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform critical care and diagnostic procedures for cardiopulmonary diseases.
• Set up and operate various types of respiratory care equipment.
• Communicate regularly with physicians and nurses about patient care.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Respiratory Care Protocols

Airway Care

Technical Procedures

Communication Skills

Education

Graduate of accredited Respiratory Therapy program

Tools

Respiratory Care Equipment

Job description

Description

Sign-on Bonusup to7500 for New Gradsand up to10K for Experienced RRTs

Introduction

Experience the HCA Healthcare difference where colleagues are trusted, valued members of our healthcare team. Grow your career with an organization committed to delivering respectful, compassionate care, and where the unique and intrinsic worth of each individual is recognized. Submit your application for our Registered Respiratory Therapist NICU Pediatrics opening with St. Davids North Austin Medical Center today and find out what it truly means to be a part of the HCA Healthcare team.

Benefits

St. Davids North Austin Medical Center offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing.
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service).
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock.
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more.
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts.
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships.
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships).
• Colleague recognition program.
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence).
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

We are seeking a(an) Registered Respiratory Therapist NICU Pediatrics for our team to ensure that we continue to provide all patients with high quality, efficient care. Did you get into our industry for these reasons? We are an amazing team that works hard to support each other and are seeking a phenomenal addition like you who feels patient care is as meaningful as we do. We want you to apply!

Job Summary and Qualifications

As a NICU/PEDI Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) you will perform the critical care and diagnostic procedures utilized in the diagnosis and treatment of cardiopulmonary diseases on patients of all ages. As a member of the patient focused care team you will be responsible for performing basic respiratory equipment maintenance, quality control measures and other administrative or technical tasks.

• You will be responsible for setting up and operating various types of respiratory care equipment.
• You will perform a range of technical procedures related to cardiopulmonary hemodynamics.
• You will demonstrate competency in proper airway care.
• You will be able to assess patients appropriately, interpret results accurately, and suggest alternative respiratory treatment.
• You will exhibit competency in the performance of routine patient assessment and in the ability to correctly recognize and interpret respiratory dysfunction.
• You will function as a respiratory care protocol assessor by delivering therapy and reassessing patients in a timely manner and maintaining proper and accurate documentation.
• You will communicate regularly with physicians and nurses about patient care plans and updates.
• You will be responsible to go to high risk deliveries to stabilize patient on adequate respiratory support.

Experience

• NICU/PEDI Hospital experience preferred.

Education

• Graduate of an American Medical Association accredited Respiratory Therapy program.

Licenses and Certifications

• Registered Respiratory Therapist credential by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
• Current Texas Respiratory Care Practitioner license.
• Current certification as Basic Life Support (BLS) provider.
• Current Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification required for NICU RRT Staff.
• Current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required for ICU RRT staff.
• Current Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification required for NICU RRT Staff.

St. David’s North Austin Medical Center is a multi-specialty hospital in Texas with more than 360 beds. The facility is home to St. David’s Children’s Hospital, St. David’s Women’s Center of Texas featuring a Level III NICU, a Kidney Transplant Center, and the Texas Institute for Robotic Surgery. Additional services offered at this medical center include 24-hour emergency care, heart and vascular care, neurology and neurosurgery, rehabilitation services, and inpatient and outpatient surgery.

St. David’s North Austin Medical Center is part of St. David’s HealthCare, which is one of the largest healthcare systems in Texas and the third-largest employer in the Austin area. St. David’s HealthCare was formed through a unique partnership between HCA Healthcare and two local non-profits — St. David’s Foundation and Georgetown Health Foundation.

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Senior Vice President and Chief Nursing Executive

If you find this opportunity compelling, we encourage you to apply for our Registered Respiratory Therapist NICU Pediatrics opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be directly contacted by a member of our team. We are interviewing apply today!

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