Sr Respiratory Care Practitioner, Nights (NRP required)

About the role

The Sr Respiratory Care Practitioner will provide advanced respiratory care services to patients in a critical care setting. This position requires a minimum of four years of experience as a Respiratory Care Practitioner, with at least two years in a critical care level. Neonatal experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs advanced respiratory treatments such as intubation, EBUS, ECMO, etc., under the direction of physicians.
• Coordinates departmental activities and serves as a resource for specialized equipment and software implementation.
• Teaches, orients, and precepts new Respiratory Care Practitioners and students.
• Provides patient teaching and discharge planning based on individual needs.
• Assures quality and reliability of test results and troubleshoots equipment issues.
• Documents patient care activities accurately and efficiently.
• Participates in department and hospital quality improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• Graduate of an approved Respiratory Care Program.
• Four years of experience as a Respiratory Care Practitioner, with at least two in a critical care level.
• Neonatal experience preferred.
• Required licenses and certifications: RCP, RRT, BLS, ACLS, NRP.
• Sufficient proficiency in English for patient and staff interactions.
• Ability to work independently and handle challenging situations.
• Strong interpersonal and team player skills.

Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrates skills and competencies necessary to perform the job safely.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic computer knowledge and proficiency in operating multiple systems.
• Sound judgment and execution of clinical skills.
• Adaptable to multiple priorities and able to handle challenging situations.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Criminal justice, security, or related experience preferred.

Benefits

Details about benefits will be provided upon hire.

Pay

Details about pay will be provided upon hire.

Schedule

Details about the schedule will be provided upon hire.

Supplemental Requirements

• Uniform: No
• Scrubs: Yes
• On Call: Yes
• May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area.

Company Profile

Houston Methodist West Hospital is dedicated to leading medicine in West Houston, Katy, and surrounding communities. The hospital offers access to advanced medical and surgical care, including cardiology, neurology, oncology, orthopedics, and more. It is committed to providing exceptional safety, quality, service, and innovation.