Respiratory Care Practitioner III (NICU)

San Antonio Regional Hospital; Upland (CA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

San Antonio Regional Hospital in California is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner III to deliver safe, evidence-based respiratory care to adult, pediatric and neonatal patients under physician orders.

The role requires ability to work independently in NICU, CICU and the ED, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to support quality patient outcomes.

Current California RCP licensure and BLS/CPR, NRP and PALS are required; neonatal intubation experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of acute care experience.
• Experience in NICU/CICU/ED required.
• Neonatal intubation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care per physician orders.
• Assess and monitor patient response to therapies.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team for outcomes.

Skills

Ventilator management

BIPAP management

Adult care

Neonatal care

CPR

Education

CA RCP license

AHA BLS/CPR

NRP

PALS

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

The Respiratory Care Practitioner III (RCP III) is responsible for providing safe, effective, and evidence-based respiratory care services to adult, pediatric and neonatal patients in accordance with physician orders, departmental policies, and regulatory standards. Must be able to work independently in neonatal intensive care, cardiac intensive care and the emergency department. The RCP III functions as an essential member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team and contributes to quality patient outcomes through collaboration, professional judgment, and adherence to organizational values.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: See License and Certification.

Experience: Must have minimum of 3 years of acute care experience, Experience in neonatal intensive care unit, cardiac intensive care unit, and emergency department required. Experience with adult, pediatric and neonatal patient populations required. Neonatal intubation experience preferred. Must take adult and pediatric care assignments as needed.

Knowledge and Skills

Knowledge of respiratory care principles, BIPAP management, ventilator management, and oxygen delivery systems for adult pediatric and neonatal patients. Ability to work independently in neonatal intensive care unit. Ability to work independently in cardiac intensive care unit. Ability to work independently in emergency department. Ability to assess, monitor, and evaluate patient response to respiratory therapies. Proficiency in emergency response procedures, including CPR and airway management support. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Ability to follow policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements. Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.

License and Certifications

Current licensure as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) issued by the State of California. Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification. Current NRP. Current AHA PALS certification.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to perform the essential physical requirements of the job.

PAY RANGE

$41.02 - $58.91

The posted pay range reflects the lowest to highest pay that was available for this position at the time of posting and may be subject to change. Salary offers are determined by candidate’s relevant experience and skills. For per diem positions, a standard rate is used based on market data and not the candidate’s individual experience.