Respiratory Therapist (RT)

General Information:

Join our dynamic team where you will work with Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) patients and the adult population. The facility features a total of 36 beds, typically accommodating between 18-20 patients, providing a diverse and stimulating work environment.

Responsibilities:

• Work effectively in a Level 3 NICU environment, demonstrating the ability to function independently, especially during night shifts.
• Provide respiratory care for both adult and NICU patients.
• Perform ground transports and administer Nitric Oxide as needed.
• Collaborate with healthcare team members to deliver high-quality care.

Patient Types:

Responsibilities will span across all patient types within the facility, specifically focusing on the NICU for the RT NICU position.

Patient Ratios:

Patient ratios will depend on the staffing levels and may vary.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a Level 3 NICU setting.
• Experience with Cerner or EPIC Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems.
• Required certifications: BLS and NRP; ACLS/APLS certification is preferred.
• Preference for Registered Respiratory Therapists (RRT); consideration given to Certified Respiratory Therapists (CRT) with the required experience.

Technology and Equipment:

• EMR: Cerner
• Medication Dispensing: Omnicell
• Patient Monitors: Spacelabs
• Ventilators: PB 840, PB 980, Drager VN500, LTV, Airvo
• Oscillator: 3100A

Orientation:

Travelers new to the facility or those returning after a year or more will undergo a comprehensive orientation consisting of 24 hours of classroom training and 24 hours of hands-on experience on the unit.

Scheduling:

• Weekend rotation: Every other weekend.
• Holiday Expectations: Commitment to working one major and one minor holiday per season as per policy.
• Time off may be approved for up to 7 days, excluding specific blackout dates.
• Shifts: Available in 12-hour formats from 7am-7pm and 7pm-7am.

Other Information:

• Required scrub color is navy blue.
• Free parking is available at the facility’s parking deck.