Registered Respiratory Therapist-Child/ Nights (36 hours)
On-siteSt. Louis, Missouri, 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 for pediatric patients, utilizing critical thinking and flexibility. Requires current Missouri licensure, RRT certification, and BLS/NRP/PALS skills. Schedule includes 36-hour night shifts with a sign-on bonus up to $10,000. Join a collaborative team at Mercy in Saint Louis, MO, where you help shape the future of healthcare through innovation and compassion.
Required Qualifications
- Graduate from an Accredited College Program in Respiratory Care
- Must have a current license in the State of Missouri
- 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
- Bachelors Degree
- Prior Neonatal and Pediatric Intensive care experience
- NPS (Neonatal/Pediatric Specialist from the NBRC)
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