Respiratory Therapist - 1st Shift - DAYS

CHS Children's Hospital and Health System, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Job summary

Children's Wisconsin is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to deliver pediatric respiratory care across settings. You will work with interdisciplinary teams, participate in rounds, and help manage complex care plans with autonomy.

Qualified candidates have a Wisconsin RCP license with CRT and RRT, BLS, and PALS certifications. Prior pediatric experience is not required, but 2+ years in RCP is strongly preferred for day shift.

Qualifications

• Requires Wisconsin RCP license, CRT and RRT.
• Current CPR certification - BLS for Healthcare Providers.
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) certification required within 6 months.
• Education - completion of a respiratory therapy program.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care to pediatric patients in various settings.
• Administer respiratory therapy treatments and procedures.
• Monitor and evaluate patient responses to therapy.
• Collaborate with healthcare team to develop and implement care plans.
• Educate patients and families on respiratory care and management.
• Apply science and clinical knowledge to problems.
• Provide services across neonatal to adult patients and families.
• Participate in resuscitative and emergent situations.

Skills

Team coordination

Pediatric care

Patient education

Emergency response

Education

Respiratory therapy program completed

Tools

CRT

RRT

BLS CPR

PALS

Job description

At Children's Wisconsin, we believe kids deserve the best. Children's Wisconsin is a nationally recognized health system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. We provide primary care, specialty care, urgent care, emergency care, community health services, foster and adoption services, child and family counseling, child advocacy services and family resource centers. Our reputation draws patients and families from around the country. We offer a wide variety of rewarding career opportunities and are seeking individuals dedicated to helping us achieve our vision of the healthiest kids in the country.

DAYS! Full-time 1st Shift (3 - 12 hour shifts and an every 3rd weekend rotation). At least two (2) years of work experience as a licensed RCP (adult and/or pediatrics) is strongly preferred for this DAY shift opening as established competencies are desired to coordinate closely with interdisciplinary teams, participate in rounds, handling discharges, and managing complex care plans with high level of autonomy. At Children's Wisconsin, we are dedicated to providing exceptional respiratory care to our pediatric patients. We are looking for skilled Respiratory Therapists who are passionate about pediatric care to join our compassionate team. If you thrive in a dynamic, team-oriented environment and have a passion for making a difference in children's lives, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

Why Join Us

• External experienced RT's are eligible for a $15,000 Sign-On Bonus.
• Opportunity to work in a child-centered, cutting-edge care environment.
• Make a meaningful impact on the lives of pediatric patients.
• Join a compassionate and dedicated team of healthcare professionals.

Respiratory Therapist Job Description

As a Respiratory Therapist, you will play a vital role in providing respiratory care to children in various settings. If you thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented setting and have a passion for pediatric care, this is your chance to make a real difference one breath at a time.

Respiratory Therapist Key Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care to pediatric patients in various settings.
• Administer respiratory therapy treatments and procedures.
• Monitor and evaluate patient responses to therapy.
• Collaborate with healthcare team members to develop and implement patient care plans.
• Educate patients and families on respiratory care and management.
• Apply scientific knowledge, technical expertise, and theory to practical clinical problems.
• Provide therapeutic, diagnostic, consultative, and supportive services for neonatal through adult patients and their families.
• Actively participate in resuscitative and emergent situations.
• Function within professional and hospital standards.

Respiratory Therapist Qualifications

• Requires a valid Wisconsin Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license.
• Requires CRT and RRT.
• Certified Respiratory Therapist and Registered Respiratory Therapist.
• Current CPR certification - Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers through American Heart Association or American Red Cross is required.
• Current PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) certification - American Heart Association (AHA) training (or required within 6 months).
• Education - requires completion of a respiratory therapy program.
• Note: No Pediatric work experience is required, at least 2 years of RCP experience strongly preferred for Day shift position.
• A desire to serve children and families is essential.

Certifications/Licenses

• BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/National Safety Council
• License Respiratory Care Practitioner (28) - State of Wisconsin
• PALS-Pediatric Advanced Life Support - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/National Safety Council
• RRT-Registered Respiratory Therapist - The National Board for Respiratory Care

Children's Wisconsin is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. We treat everyone with dignity, respect, and fairness. We do not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by the law.

Other shifts and schedules including Full-Time, Part-Time, and PRN schedule options also available and posted separately.

Children's has a robust orientation process.

Dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. We are the region's only independent healthcare system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. In Milwaukee and throughout the state, we provide kids and their families a wide range of care and support - everything from routine care for ear aches or sore throats to life saving advances and treatment options. Our academic partner, The Medical College of Wisconsin, brings many of the nation's most well-respected doctors to our team. Together we work to ensure that every child and family we serve receives nothing but the best.