RRT - NICU

St. Bernards Healthcare; Jonesboro (AR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Bernards Healthcare in Jonesboro, AR seeks a Neonatal Respiratory Therapist to join its NICU team. You will provide high-level respiratory care for high-risk deliveries, neonatal resuscitation, and management of artificial airways in collaboration with neonatologists and NICU staff.

The role requires AR licensure as a Respiratory Therapist with NBRC credentials, BLS, PALS, and NRP certification, plus a year of critical-care experience. Strong teamwork and accuracy are essential.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care Program.

Responsibilities

• Attend high-risk deliveries and provide neonatal resuscitation.

Skills

Anatomy knowledge

Physiology knowledge

Pharmacology knowledge

Clinical medicine knowledge

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

Respiratory Therapy Program graduate

Arkansas Respiratory Therapist license

RRT credential

CRT considered if RRT within 3 months

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Job description

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Education Required
  • Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care Program. Must be licensed as a Respiratory Therapist in the State of Arkansas.
    Must hold the RRT credential (CRT may be considered if one can obtain RRT credential within 3 months in the role). RRT/CRT must be in active status on the NBRC website. Current BLS certification; PALS and NRP certified.
• Experience
  • At least 1 year of critical experiences required; previous experience in this area is desirable but not required. Should possess extensive knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and clinical medicine. Must be able to exercise judgment and accept greater responsibility in therapeutic procedures based on patient observation. Must be able to work independently, as well as a team.
• Physical
  • This is a safety sensitive position. Please see the St. Bernards Substance Abuse Policy for further information.
  • Frequent sitting, standing and walking. Pushing up to 70 lbs. lifting up to 30lb. Operate computer and phone. Be able to operate respiratory equipment needed for our neonates.

JOB SUMMARY

• Attend high-risk deliveries, provide neonatal resuscitation, and manage artificial airways.
• Work alongside neonatologists/nurse practitioners, NICU/OB nurses, and families to coordinate recovery and transition of the infants.
• Be able to communicate effectively with the care team.
• Work must be performed with a high degree of accuracy and particular attention to detail.
• Initiate, monitor, and adjust mechanical support (including conventional ventilators, CPAP, HFNC, high-frequency ventilation(HFOV), and Nitric Oxide (iNO)).
• Administer prescribed aerosolized medications and surfactant directly to fragile lungs.
• Monitoring each newborn’s response to treatment & make changes accordingly.