Reg Respiratory Therapist - NICU
On-siteVan Buren, Arkansas, United States
Job Summary
Perform direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory care according to physicians' orders or protocol. Determine therapy effectiveness, provide ventilator support during cardiopulmonary resuscitation, and maintain life support equipment in intensive care units. Implement medical plans of care and clinical interventions as needed for patient safety. Requires current state licensure, RRT certification, and BLS/NRP/PALS training. Prior neonatal and pediatric intensive care experience preferred. Full-time role with outstanding benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.
Required Qualifications
- Graduate from an Accredited College Program in Respiratory Care
- Current license in the state of practice
- Registered as a therapist by the National Board of Respiratory Care (RRT)
- BLS certification
- NRP certification
- PALS certification
- Ability to demonstrate critical thinking skills
- Ability to be flexible and adaptable
- Skills and judgment necessary to implement medical plan of care, clinical interventions and procedures as needed for the care of the patient
Desired Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree
- Prior Neonatal and Pediatric Intensive care experience
- NPS (Neonatal/Pediatric Specialist from the NBRC)
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