Respiratory Therapist - NICU

About the role

Provides comprehensive respiratory care, including direct patient care, therapy assessment, and effectiveness evaluation, in accordance with physicians' orders or protocols. Administers ventilator support during cardiopulmonary resuscitation and maintains life support equipment in critical care settings. Performs duties aligned with organizational mission, values, and standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive respiratory care, including direct patient care and therapy assessment.
• Evaluate effectiveness of respiratory therapies in accordance with physicians' orders or protocols.
• Administer ventilator support during cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
• Maintain life support equipment in critical care settings.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited Respiratory Care program.
• Current licensure in the practice state.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from the National Board of Respiratory Care.
• CPR, NRP, and PALS certifications (may be obtained upon hire).
• Strong critical thinking, flexibility, and clinical judgment skills.
• Ability to implement medical care plans and procedures effectively.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Experience in Neonatal and Pediatric Intensive Care.
• Neonatal/Pediatric Specialist (NPS) certification.