Respiratory Therapist II, NICU + Float

freemanhealth; Joplin (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement with employer match

PTO

Job summary

Freeman Health in Joplin, MO, is seeking a full-time Respiratory Therapist to evaluate and treat patients with cardiac or pulmonary disorders. The role includes managing complex ventilator systems and floating between NICU and general floors, requiring independent work within guidelines.

Ideal candidates will hold NBRC RRT registration, Missouri licensure, and be current with NRP and STABLE within specified timelines. Freeman offers comprehensive benefits and career opportunities.

Qualifications

• Currently registered as an RRT with the NBRC.
• Licensed as an RCP in Missouri.
• NRP Provider within 365 days.
• S.T.A.B.L.E. Learner within 365 days.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients with cardiac or pulmonary disorders.
• Manage complex ventilator systems within protocol guidelines.
• Float between NICU and the floor.

Skills

Critical thinking

Compassionate care

Team collaboration

Education

NBRC RRT certification

MO Respiratory Care Practitioner license

NRP Provider

STABLE certification

Job description

Our Mission

To improve the health of the communities we serve through contemporary, innovative, quality healthcare solutions.

About Us – Respiratory Therapy

• Respiratory Therapy consists of state licensed, professionally trained respiratory care practitioners and therapists.
• Our team is there to assess the needs of patients and provide therapies to help speed the healing and recovery to return to the highest possible level of cardiopulmonary health as quickly as possible.
• We are looking for compassionate individuals with critical thinking skills to quickly solve problems and work alongside our team.

Schedule: Full-time (36 hours per week)

What You'll Do

Responsible for evaluation and treatment of patients with Cardiac or Pulmonary disorders. Obtains, analyzes and correlates patient clinical data and makes recommendations and / or implements care plan. Manages complex patient / ventilator systems within protocol guidelines. Anticipates crises and complications and performs or recommends appropriate interventions. Works independently within departmental guidelines. This position will float between NICU and the floor.

Requirements

• Currently registered as a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) though the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
• Licensed as an RCP in Missouri.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Provider within 365 days.
• S.T.A.B.L.E. Learner within 365 days.

Preferred Requirements

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
• PALS Provider.

Freeman Perks and Programs

• For eligible full-time and part-time employees Freeman offers a wide variety of career opportunities, a great work culture and generous benefits, most starting day one!
• Health, vision, dental insurance
• Retirement with employer match
• Wellness program with discounts to Health Insurance or Cash Bonus with Participation
• Milestone payments with longevity of employment
• Paid time off(PTO)
• Extended Sick pay
• Disability pay
• Learning Center designated only for Freeman Family members
• Payroll deduction at different locations such as The Daily Grind, Freeman Gift Shop, Cafeteria, etc.