Respiratory Therapist - Complex Care & Cardio-Pulmonary

Nationwide Children's Hospital Inc; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Nationwide Children's Hospital is hiring a Respiratory Therapist in Columbus, Ohio. The position entails applying scientific principles to ensure optimal cardiopulmonary health and administering authorized medications. A focus on effective patient care and interdisciplinary teamwork is emphasized.

The ideal candidate will possess an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Care and be a Registered Respiratory Therapist with a current Ohio license. The role offers a sign-on bonus up to $7000 and competitive pay based on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in cardiopulmonary function and health.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients and staff.
• Interdisciplinary care involvement and data collection skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess, educate, and treat patients with cardiopulmonary deficiencies.
• Implement effective care plans based on evidence-based guidelines.
• Participate in quality improvement and represent staff at meetings.

Skills

Critical thinking

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree from a CoARC-accredited Respiratory Care program

Registered Respiratory Therapist by the National Board for Respiratory Care

Current Ohio license to practice respiratory care

Tools

AHA BLS certification

Current PALS or NRP certification

Job description

Nationwide Children's Hospital is hiring a Respiratory Therapist in Columbus, Ohio. The position entails applying scientific principles to ensure optimal cardiopulmonary health and administering authorized medications. A focus on effective patient care and interdisciplinary teamwork is emphasized.

The ideal candidate will possess an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Care and be a Registered Respiratory Therapist with a current Ohio license. The role offers a sign-on bonus up to $7000 and competitive pay based on experience.