Respiratory Therapist 2 Neonatal/Peds Transport- Nights $15K SIGN-ON BONUS

Vanderbilt Health; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated professional to provide critical care to neonatal and pediatric patients during transport. In this role, you will assess patients, manage respiratory needs, and collaborate with a team to ensure safety and quality care. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of young patients while working in a dynamic environment. Join a community that values your expertise and fosters your professional growth, where every day presents a new challenge and the chance to contribute to a noble mission of advancing health and wellness.

Qualifications

• 1 year of relevant work experience required.
• Must hold a valid Registered Respiratory Therapist license in Tennessee.

Responsibilities

• Provide critical care to neonatal and pediatric patients during transport.
• Assess and manage patients' respiratory needs effectively.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Airway Management

Mechanical Ventilation

NIV (Non-Invasive Ventilation)

Communication Skills

Education

Graduate of an approved discipline specific program

Tools

Transport Equipment

Lab Testing Equipment

Job description

Discover Vanderbilt University Medical Center: Located in Nashville, Tennessee, and operating at a global crossroads of teaching, discovery, and patient care, VUMC is a community of individuals who come to work each day with the simple aim of changing the world. It is a place where your expertise will be valued, your knowledge expanded, and your abilities challenged. Vanderbilt Health is committed to an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and where your uniqueness is sought and celebrated. It is a place where employees know they are part of something that is bigger than themselves, take exceptional pride in their work and never settle for what was good enough yesterday. Vanderbilt's mission is to advance health and wellness through preeminent programs in patient care, education, and research.

Organization: Neonatal/Ped Trnsprt Cohort 10

Job Summary:

Provide critical care to neonatal and pediatric patients during ambulance and fixed wing transport. Assess patients and use established transport protocols to treat patients' medical conditions. Critically thinks and adapts to changing environment of transport while providing patient care. Manages patient's respiratory needs via airway management, medications, NIV, and invasive ventilations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• The responsibilities listed are a general overview of the position and additional duties may be assigned.
• Assess patients to identify clinical needs.
• Initiates and manages per protocol during ground and fixed wing transport:
  • Mechanical Ventilation
  • NIV, including HFNC and Bubble CPAP
  • Nitric Oxide
  • High Frequency Ventilation
  • Respiratory Medications
• Troubleshoot transport equipment.
• Works with Registered Nurse and EMT on transport to provide patient care.
• Performs arterial punctures.
• Performs intubations.
• Maintain competencies required by institution, department, and CAMTs.
• Performs lab tests for blood gases and glucose checks per POCT guidelines and interpret results.
• Collaborate with receiving units at MCJCHV and referring facilities to coordinate patient transport.
• Knowledgeable in nursing role and able to perform those duties within scope of practice to patients during transport.

Core Accountabilities:

Organizational Impact: Executes job responsibilities with the understanding of how output would affect and impact other areas related to own job area/team with occasional guidance. Problem Solving/ Complexity of work: Analyzes moderately complex problems using technical experience and judgment. Breadth of Knowledge: Has expanded knowledge gained through experience within a professional area. Team Interaction: Provides informal guidance and support to team members.

Core Capabilities:

• Supporting Colleagues: Develops Self and Others, Builds and Maintains Relationships, Communicates Effectively.
• Delivering Excellent Services: Serves Others with Compassion, Solves Complex Problems, Offers Meaningful Advice and Support.
• Ensuring High Quality: Performs Excellent Work, Ensures Continuous Improvement, Fulfills Safety and Regulatory Requirements.
• Managing Resources Effectively: Demonstrates Accountability, Stewards Organizational Resources, Makes Data Driven Decisions.
• Fostering Innovation: Generates New Ideas, Applies Technology, Adapts to Change.

Position Qualifications:

Certifications: LIC-Registered Respiratory Therapist - Tennessee

Work Experience: Relevant Work Experience

Experience Level: 1 year

Education: Graduate of an approved discipline specific program

Vanderbilt Health is committed to fostering an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity. EOE/Vets/Disabled.