Respiratory Therapist — Sign-On Bonus & Flexible Shifts

Nationwide Children's Hospital Inc; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $7,000

Job summary

Nationwide Children's Hospital is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to promote optimal cardiopulmonary function and patient care across units. The role involves applying scientific principles, assessing patient needs, and collaborating with the care team to deliver evidence-based respiratory care.

Requires a CoARC-accredited Respiratory Care degree, NBRC RRT credential, and Ohio licensure. AHA BLS is required, with PALS/NRP depending on unit. Sign-on bonus up to $7,000 with pay based on experience.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree from CoARC-accredited Respiratory Care program (required).
• Registered Respiratory Therapist by NBRC and Ohio license (required).
• AHA BLS certification; PALS or NRP may be required depending on unit.
• Strong critical thinking, assessment, and communication with patients and staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care under medical direction across the health care continuum.
• Assess patient cardiopulmonary needs and communicate findings to the care team.
• Develop and implement care plans, protocols, and disease management programs.
• Collect data, participate in quality improvement, and report updates to staff.
• Ensure patient safety and education for cardiopulmonary health.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Computer skills

Decision making

Problem solving

Education

CoARC-accredited Respiratory Care program

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) license

Ohio state license to practice respiratory care

Job description

Nationwide Children's Hospital is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to promote optimal cardiopulmonary function and patient care across units. The role involves applying scientific principles, assessing patient needs, and collaborating with the care team to deliver evidence-based respiratory care.

Requires a CoARC-accredited Respiratory Care degree, NBRC RRT credential, and Ohio licensure. AHA BLS is required, with PALS/NRP depending on unit. Sign-on bonus up to $7,000 with pay based on experience.