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Respiratory Therapist

Children's Nebraska

Tabor, IA
2 days ago
$60k - $80k

Job Description

Join Children's Nebraska as a Respiratory Therapist, where you'll provide vital respiratory care to pediatric patients and contribute to their healthier tomorrows. Be part of a supportive team dedicated to excellence and inclusion.

Key Responsibilities

  • Set up and operate respiratory devices and equipment.
  • Determine treatment requirements and monitor patient responses.
  • Educate patients and families on respiratory care techniques.
  • Conduct lung capacity tests and provide emergency care.
  • Supervise and orient Respiratory Therapy students.

Required Qualifications

  • Graduate of an accredited AMA approved school of respiratory care
  • Current and valid Nebraska license as a Respiratory Care Practitioner
  • Basic Life Support (BCLS) certification
  • Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential within 1 year
  • National Registered Neonatal/Pediatric Respiratory Therapist (RRT-NPS) credential within three years of hire
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification within 180 days

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree from an AMA approved accredited school in respiratory care
  • Minimum 1 year experience in respiratory therapy
  • Experience working with pediatric patients

Benefits & Perks

Up to $20,000 hiring bonusOpportunities for career growthInclusive work environment