Respiratory Care Practitioner III (NICU)

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

Job summary

San Antonio Community Hospital in Upland, CA seeks a Respiratory Care Practitioner III (RCP III) to provide safe, evidence-based respiratory care for adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients per physician orders and policies. Independence in NICU, CICU, and ED is required.

The role emphasizes collaboration with the healthcare team, adherence to regulatory standards, and strong assessment of patient responses to therapies, CPR and airway management support as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of acute care experience.
• Experience in NICU, CICU, and ED required.
• Experience with adult, pediatric and neonatal patients.
• Neonatal intubation experience preferred.
• Ability to work independently in NICU, CICU, and ED.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, effective respiratory care per physician orders.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to improve patient outcomes.
• Assess and monitor patient response to therapies.
• Respond to emergencies with CPR and airway support.

Skills

Acute care experience

NICU experience

CICU experience

ED experience

Adult/pediatric/neonatal care

CPR & airway management

Job description

Overview

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.