Registered Respiratory Therapist II NP - NICU

About the role

The Respiratory Therapist II provides advanced respiratory care in critical settings, including ventilator management, airway procedures, arterial blood gas analysis, and patient assessment. They educate patients, support staff, and new employees, ensuring safe, high-quality care while promoting evidence-based practices and performance improvements.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with healthcare teams to deliver respiratory care
• Perform ventilator management and airway procedures
• Conduct arterial blood gas analysis and patient assessments
• Educate patients, staff, and new employees
• Document care and participate in invasive and non-invasive procedures
• Promote evidence-based practices and performance improvements

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited respiratory therapy program
• Associate degree in respiratory therapy
• Licensure as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
• Clinical experience, particularly in critical care
• Commitment to patient safety and professional development

Skills

• Strong communication and critical thinking
• Computer proficiency

Qualifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification
• Relevant instructor credentials