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Respiratory Therapist NICU

About the Facility

This facility is a Level II Trauma Center with 492 beds, featuring a Level III NICU and serving as a Primary Stroke Center.

General Information

• Will accept first-time travelers with at least 2 years of experience and EMR experience in Cerner or EPIC.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience required in a Level III NICU.

Patient Types

• All patient types throughout the hospital.
• For Respiratory Therapist NICU positions specifically, candidates will work in the NICU.

Patient Ratios

Patient ratios depend on staffing levels.

Required Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certifications are required for NICU roles.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and Advanced Pediatric Life Support (APLS) certifications are preferred.
• Preference for Registered Respiratory Therapists (RRT), but Certified Respiratory Therapists (CRT) with at least 2 years of experience will be considered.

Skills Required

• Experience providing general and critical care for adult patients.
• Experience in a Level III NICU, including ground transports and Nitric Oxide administration.
• Ability to work independently in a Level III NICU environment.

Technology/Equipment

• Electronic Medical Records (EMR): Cerner
• Medication dispensing: Omnicell
• Monitoring systems: Spacelabs
• Ventilators: PB 840, PB 980, Drager VN500, LTV, Airvo
• Oscillator: 3100A

Floating

Floating will occur to any similar unit or patient location. NICU therapists may also work with adult patients.

Orientation

Travelers new to the facility or returning after a year will undergo 24 hours of classroom instruction followed by 24 hours of unit-based training. Rehires will have orientation based on their last date of employment.

Scheduling

• Weekend rotation: Every other weekend.
• Voluntary call is available.
• Holiday expectations include one major and one minor seasonal holiday per policy.
• Approval for time off includes up to 7 days, except during specific blackout dates, which include various holidays throughout the year.
• Shift times: 7a-7p, 7p-7a.

Other Notes

• Scrub color: Navy Blue.
• Parking is free in the parking deck.

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