Supervisor- Respiratory Care

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship is seeking an experienced Respiratory Care supervisor to lead the respiratory staff, ensure safe, high-quality care, and implement policy-driven practices.

You will work closely with the medical team to monitor patient conditions and optimize respiratory services. Minimum qualifications include graduation from an accredited respiratory care program, current RCP license, NBRC RRT, and five or more years of experience; BLS may be obtained

Qualifications

• Graduate from an Accredited College Program in Respiratory Care.
• Current license as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) in the state of practice.
• Five or more years of experience.
• Registered as a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by NBRC; BLS may be obtained upon hire.
• RRT may be substituted with 10 years of leadership experience and CRT NBRC certification.

Responsibilities

• Supervises the Respiratory staff to ensure safe, quality care in line with policies and guidelines.
• Assists in planning, implementation and evaluation of operations, technique and technology for appropriate respiratory care.
• Provides respiratory care services via direct patient care and collaboration with the healthcare team.
• Monitors patient conditions and serves as a clinical resource for coworkers, patients and visitors.
• Demonstrates alignment with Mercy mission, values and service standards.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Critical thinking

Flexibility

Leadership

Education

Accredited respiratory care program

BS in Respiratory Care (preferred)

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Supervises the Respiratory staff to ensure respiratory care is delivered in a safe, quality approach following all policies, procedures, protocols and guidelines. Develops staff and encourages staff adherence to hospital policy. Assists in the planning, implementation and evaluation of the operations, technique and technology to ensure appropriate respiratory care. Provides respiratory care services by direct patient care; monitoring patients conditions, working collaboratively with the healthcare team with open communication; serving as a clinical resource for coworkers, patients and visitors. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Position Details

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Education: Graduate from an Accredited College Program in Respiratory Care.
• Licensure: Must have a current license as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) in the state of practice.
• Experience: Five or more years of experience.
• Certification/Registration: Registered as a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board of Respiratory Care; BLS (may obtain upon hire). May substitute RRT with 10 years of leadership experience and Certified as a Respiratory Therapist (CRT) by the NBRC.
• Other Skills and Knowledge: Strength in Interpersonal skills and conflict resolution. Ability to demonstrate critical thinking skills, ability to be flexible and adaptable. Must possess the skills and judgment necessary to implement medical plan of care, clinical interventions and procedures as needed for the care of the patient.

Preferred Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Care or related field preferred.
• Experience: One year of leadership experience strongly preferred.
• Certification/Registration: ACLS, NRP, PALS (may obtain upon hire if needed); ACCS (Adult Critical Care Specialist from the NBRC); NPS (Neonatal Specialist from the NBRC).
• Other Skills and Knowledge: computer literacy in Microsoft Office tools like Outlook, Word, and Excel.

Why Mercy?

• From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.