Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - PICU/Peds

Ascension Healthcare; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider dedicated to enhancing lives in the community. As a Respiratory Therapist in Pediatrics, you will evaluate and care for patients with respiratory insufficiencies, develop tailored care plans, and educate families about health conditions. This role offers the opportunity to work with a team committed to excellence and compassion in patient care. With a legacy of over 148 years, this organization is a leader in providing comprehensive healthcare services, ensuring that every associate can make a positive impact in their community. If you're passionate about healthcare and making a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Paid time off (PTO)

Health insurance options

Retirement benefits

Long-term & short-term disability

Employee assistance programs

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• BLS certification required within 30 days of hire.
• Respiratory Care Practitioner credential required prior to hire.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and care for patients with respiratory insufficiencies.
• Develop and implement patient care plans based on diagnosis.
• Educate patients and families about health conditions.

Skills

Patient Care

Respiratory Care

Emergency Response

Patient Education

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree or Technical degree

Tools

Respiratory Care Equipment

Job description

Details

+ Department: Respiratory Therapy - Pediatrics, PICU

+ Schedule: Full Time Nights, 7:00 pm - 7:30 am, Every third weekend rotation

+ Hospital: Peyton Manning Children's Hospital

+ Location: Indianapolis, IN

Benefits

Paid time off (PTO)

Various health insurance options & wellness plans

Retirement benefits including employer match plans

Long-term & short-term disability

Employee assistance programs (EAP)

Parental leave & adoption assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Ways to give back to your community

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance and salary range at the time of the offer.

Responsibilities

1. Provide evaluation of and care for patients with respiratory insufficiencies.
2. Assess patient for appropriate type and frequency of treatment and develop a plan of care based on diagnosis.
3. Implement and monitor patient care plan and equipment. Monitor, record and communicate patient condition. Perform advanced respiratory care modalities.
4. Evaluate respiratory practice, administration of medications, and treatment based on patient outcome.
5. Educate the patient and family about the health condition and provide information about community support groups and other available programs.
6. Respond to emergency resuscitation team code.

Requirements

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

1. BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
2. Respiratory Care Practitioner credentialed from the Indiana Respiratory Care Committee obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
3. Respiratory Therapist specializing in Registered credentialed from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) obtained within 12 Months (1 year) of hire date or job transfer date required.
4. Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
5. Certification specializing in Neonatal Resuscitation credentialed from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) preferred.
6. Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Education:

1. High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Additional Preferences

1. Cardiac PICU experience preferred.

Why Join Our Team

Ascension St. Vincent in Indiana has been providing rewarding careers in healthcare for over 148 years. With 24 hospitals throughout the greater Indianapolis and Evansville areas, Ascension St. Vincent offers careers in a wide range of services including acute and long-term care, bariatrics, cancer care, cardiovascular services, emergency services, neuroscience, orthopedics, pediatric services, primary and urgent care, women's health services and more.

Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states.

Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Ascension will provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identification or expression, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, genetic information, carrier status or any other legally protected status or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.