Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - NICU/PEDS - Nights

Davita Inc.; Norman (OK); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Respiratory Care Professional in Norman, Oklahoma. The role involves providing specialized respiratory care for a diverse patient base including adults, pediatrics, and neonates. Candidates must possess an RRT certification along with appropriate experience and be adaptable to ongoing changes within the department, contributing to innovative respiratory care initiatives.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off (PTO)

Flexible scheduling opportunities

Qualifications

• 2+ years NICU and/or pediatric experience required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• ACLS, PALS, and NRP certifications must be maintained.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates, plans, and administers respiratory modalities.
• Supervises Certified Respiratory Therapist and students.
• Maintains interdisciplinary communication and documentation.

Skills

Communication

Patient Monitoring

Education

Associate's or bachelor's degree in Respiratory Therapy

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Job description

Departmental Overview

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As a Norman Regional Respiratory Care Professional, you have the opportunity to explore what it means to be passionate about healthcare. If you are looking for a satisfying healthcare career that is both challenging and rewarding look no further. Our Respiratory professionals enjoy the satisfaction of working with a broad range of patients, caring for adult, pediatric and neonatal patients from the critically to the chronically ill. Respiratory plays a pivotal role as a member of an interdisciplinary team of healers. The Respiratory Department here at Norman Regional is going through a positive growth experience and we are quite proud of the positive changes we are making. Our vision is to be a leader in the development of innovative respiratory care throughout our community and beyond. Norman Regional facilitates an environment of continual learning and growth offering a Respiratory career Ladder constructed to recognize and reward clinical expertise and professional growth. Changes are continuously under way within our Respiratory care department so if you are ready to own your profession and utilize your skills as a respiratory therapist we encourage you to apply.

Job Summary

• Evaluates, plans, and administers medically prescribed respiratory modalities as well as attend deliveries.
• Provides supervision of Certified Respiratory Therapist and students performing respiratory therapy.
• Provides interdisciplinary communication, monitoring and documentation of patient.

Qualifications

Education

• Associate's or bachelor's degree from an American Medical association approved school of Respiratory Therapy.
• Must be a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT).
• Must complete 6 hours of continuing educational credits per calendar year as recognized by the Oklahoma State Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision.

Experience

• Must have 2+ years of NICU and/or pediatric experience.

(Above requirements can be met by equivalent combination of education and experience)

Licensure/Certification

• Must have a full license as a Respiratory Care Practitioner from the Oklahoma State Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) training is prior to providing patient care. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) is required to be maintained thru re-training for duration of employment.
• ACLS, PALS, and NRP is required to be maintained thru re-training for duration of employment.

Compensation/Benefits

• $25.74-$42.03/hr depending on previous work experience.
• Benefits include medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability, life insurance, paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, scholarship opportunities, retirement plans, free parking, and opportunities for advancement.

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Work Shift

Night
Position Type

Regular Full Time