RRT - NICU

St. Bernards Healthcare; Jonesboro (AR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Bernards Healthcare in Jonesboro, AR seeks a licensed Respiratory Therapist to support high‑risk deliveries and neonatal care. You will provide resuscitation, manage artificial airways, and operate neonatal respiratory equipment in a collaborative NICU setting.

The role requires NBRC RRT/CRT credentials, AR licensure, and current BLS, PALS, and NRP certifications. Strong judgment, independent work ability, and teamwork are essential for safe patient care.

Qualifications

• Licensed Respiratory Therapist with AR license and NBRC RRT/CRT credentials, current NBRC status.
• BLS certification; PALS and NRP certifications.

Responsibilities

• Attend high-risk deliveries and provide neonatal resuscitation.
• Manage artificial airways and monitor neonates on mechanical support (ventilators, CPAP, HFNC, HFOV, iNO).
• Collaborate with neonatologists, NICU nurses, and families to coordinate care.
• Administer prescribed aerosolized meds and surfactant.
• Monitor newborn responses and adjust treatment as needed.

Skills

Critical care experience

Patient assessment

Independent judgment

Team collaboration

Education

Arkansas respiratory therapist license

Job description

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.