Respiratory Therapist RRT - NICU
Bold Steps Behavioral Health · Nashville, TN · 1 mo ago
On-siteHealthcareFull-time
Responsibilities
- Provide advanced respiratory care to high-risk newborns and pediatric patients.
- Manage ventilators and respiratory support devices.
- Perform patient assessments and interpret arterial blood gases (ABGs).
- Collaborate with neonatologists and NICU nurses to develop and implement care plans.
- Participate in emergency response situations.
- Follow evidence-based protocols and ensure accurate documentation of care.
- Deliver specialized respiratory treatments, monitor patient progress, ensure safety protocols are followed, and contribute to a collaborative, patient-centered environment.
Qualifications and Skills
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential.
- Experience with neonatal and pediatric respiratory care.
- Strong assessment and critical thinking skills.
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
- Ability to work effectively in high-pressure situations.