Respiratory Therapist / NICU

Portneuf Medical Center; Tulsa, Utica (OK, SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare institution as a PRN NICU Respiratory Therapist in Tulsa, OK, where you will thrive in a people-first environment. This role offers the opportunity to collaborate with a dedicated healthcare team, utilizing advanced technology to enhance patient care. You will be responsible for administering aerosolized medications, managing ventilators, and providing education to patients and staff. If you are passionate about making healthcare better and want to grow in your career while being valued and supported, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Career Growth Opportunities

Wellness Resources

Inclusive Culture

Advanced Technology Support

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited respiratory therapy program with science coursework.
• Must hold NBRC credential as CRT or RRT and an active state license.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with healthcare team in planning patient care.
• Administer medications and perform ventilator management.
• Educate patients and mentor new staff.

Skills

Patient Care Collaboration

Aerosolized Medication Administration

Ventilator Management

Airway Management

Patient Education

Education

Accredited Respiratory Therapy Education Program

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification (within 6 months)

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

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 health care 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 patient and mentors/precepts new employees, students, and peers
• Location Specific: Assisting in invasive & noninvasive procedures, Cardiac Service procedures & Pulmonary Diagnostic Testing
• Completion of patient care, documentation, and education
• Promotes current and accurate electronic orders, charting and charging
• Promotes 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 on start date. Must obtain ACLS, within 6 months of hire