Registered Respiratory Therapist NICU Temp

St. David's HealthCare; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical benefits

401(k) Plan with match

Tuition assistance

Time away from work programs

Job summary

St. David's HealthCare is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist NICU TEMP in Austin, Texas. The position involves setting up and operating respiratory care equipment, performing technical procedures, and assessing patients. Applicants must hold an Associate Degree and obtain several certifications within specific timeframes. The role offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and retirement plans, alongside support for education and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• You must obtain Advanced Cardiac Life Support within 90 days of employment start date.
• You must obtain Basic Cardiac Life Support within 30 days of employment start date.
• Neonate Resuscitation must be obtained within 90 days of employment start date.
• PALS Pediatric Advanced Life Support must be obtained within 90 days of employment start date.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate various types of respiratory care equipment.
• Perform technical procedures related to cardiopulmonary hemodynamics.
• Demonstrate competency in proper airway care.
• Assess patients appropriately and suggest alternative respiratory treatment.

Skills

Advanced Cardiac Life Support

Basic Cardiac Life Support

Neonate Resuscitation

PALS Pediatric Advanced Life Support

NBRC-RRT (Registered Respiratory Therapist)

RRT/RCP-State (Respiratory Therapist/Practitioner)

Education

Associate Degree

Job description

Do you have the PRN career opportunities as a(an) Registered Respiratory Therapist NICU TEMP you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join St. David's North Austin Medical Center which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Job Summary And Qualifications

• 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

No Travel Required

Qualifications

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 90 days of employment start date
• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
• Neonate Resuscitation must be obtained within 90 days of employment start date
• PALS Pediatric Advanced Life Support must be obtained within 90 days of employment start date
• NBRC-RRT (Registered Respiratory Therapist)
• RRT/RCP-State (Respiratory Therapist/Practitioner)
• Associate Degree (minimum)

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and position.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.