Respiratory Therapist / NICU

Ardent Health Services; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated PRN NICU Respiratory Therapist to join their dynamic team in Tulsa. This role emphasizes patient-centered care and collaboration with healthcare professionals, ensuring the highest standards of respiratory therapy. You'll have the opportunity to work in a supportive environment that prioritizes your growth and well-being while using advanced technology to enhance patient outcomes. If you're passionate about making a difference in healthcare and thrive in a people-first culture, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a CoARC or CAAHP accredited program with science coursework.
• Must have NBRC credential as CRT or RRT.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with healthcare team in planning patient care.
• Administer aerosolized medication and manage ventilators.
• Educate patients and mentor new employees.

Skills

Aerosolized medication administration

Ventilator management

Patient education

Arterial blood gas analysis

Airway management

Education

Graduate of accredited respiratory therapy program

BLS certification

ACLS certification (within 6 months)

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a PRN, NICU Respiratory Therapist in Tulsa, OK.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First: We prioritize your well-being with a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team:

• Hillcrest Medical Center is a 656-bed hospital that includes The Alexander Burn Center, The Peggy V. Helmerich Women’s Health Center, Kaiser Rehabilitation Center, the latest technology for the treatment of cancer, and the Oklahoma Heart Institute.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with healthcare team members in planning patient care.
• Verifies orders and administers aerosolized medication, bronchial hygiene, volume expansion, oxygen & medical gas therapy.
• Performs ventilator management, weaning, wave form graphic interpretation; airway management (intubation, extubating, trach tube change and care).
• Performs arterial blood gas sampling & analysis.
• Educates patients and mentors/precepts new employees, students, and peers.
• Location Specific: Assisting in invasive & noninvasive procedures, Cardiac Service procedures & Pulmonary Diagnostic Testing.
• Completes patient care documentation and education.
• Promotes current and accurate electronic orders, charting, and charging.
• Ensures high level of patient safety (Medication Safety, NPSG, etc.).

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• Graduate of an accredited respiratory therapy education program (CoARC or CAAHP) with minimally 20 quarter hours of science.
• NBRC credential as a CRT or RRT.
• Active Oklahoma Respiratory Care Professional License as outlined by the OK Medical Board.
• BLS certification at start date. Must obtain ACLS within 6 months of hire.