Registered Respiratory Therapist III (RRT) - NICU

Up to $25,000 SOB for qualified candidates, paid over 24 months

Full Time, Nights

Position Summary
The Respiratory Therapists is responsible for providing pulmonary care services in accordance with specific physician's orders, department policies & procedures. The RRT 3 performs arterial insertions and is trained to work independently in either PEDIATRICS or Trauma ICU and or diagnostics.
 

• Sets-ups & monitors mechanical ventilators & BIPAP/CPAP machines & performs the associated critical duties required for such as airway management & tracheal suctioning.
• Demonstrates critical care assessment skills, judgment, and decision making necessary for the trauma step down and trauma code.
• Performs advanced respiratory care skills.
• Administers respiratory therapy procedures; understands the purpose of each and the possible side effects associated with each.
• Daily job performance.