Respiratory Therapist: Critical Care & NICU Expert

The Valley Health System; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Challenging work environment

Education & training center

Paid time off

Medical, dental, vision plans

401K with company match

Career opportunities

Job summary

The Valley Health System is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for Summerlin Hospital in Las Vegas. The role covers delivery of respiratory therapies, assessments, and care to patients across all ages in ICU, NICU, and maternity settings, with independence post-orientation.

Qualifications include an RRT credential, Nevada license, BLS/ACLS, and PALS/NRP within 90 days if applicable. The facility emphasizes education, diverse patient care, and a strong team approach.

Qualifications

• Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care/service appropriate to the age of the patients served on the assigned unit/department.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist credential from the National Board of Respiratory Care; Nevada license; BLS; ACLS; PALS/NRP as needed within 90 days.
• One year of experience in acute/critical care respiratory therapy.

Responsibilities

• Deliver respiratory therapy modalities and assessments to patients of all ages in all care areas, including critical care, NICU, or Labor and Delivery.
• Perform responsibilities independently and without supervision except during orientation or training.

Skills

Knowledge of respiratory care

Patient assessment

Education

CoARC-approved Respiratory Therapist program

Job description

The Valley Health System is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for Summerlin Hospital in Las Vegas. The role covers delivery of respiratory therapies, assessments, and care to patients across all ages in ICU, NICU, and maternity settings, with independence post-orientation.

Qualifications include an RRT credential, Nevada license, BLS/ACLS, and PALS/NRP within 90 days if applicable. The facility emphasizes education, diverse patient care, and a strong team approach.