Respiratory Therapist Full Time Nights NICU experienced
AdventHealth Shawnee Mission
Linwood, KS
3 days ago
Up to $80k
Job Description
Join AdventHealth Shawnee Mission as a Respiratory Therapist and make a difference in the lives of patients in the NICU. Utilize your skills in a supportive environment that promotes professional growth and whole-person care.
Key Responsibilities
Provide direct respiratory care to patients in all areas of the hospital
Respond to emergency situations and perform appropriate patient assessment and intervention
Perform respiratory care procedures according to physician orders and department policy
Conduct ABGs and process according to department procedure
Demonstrate proficiency with multiple respiratory devices
Initiate and operate the Draeger Ventilator
Required Qualifications
Associate's Degree or Graduate of a Technical School
1 Year of Experience
Kansas Respiratory Therapist License
BCLS obtained through the American Heart Association
NRP if working in the NICU
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree
1 Year of Position-Related Experience
American Association of Respiratory Care Certified Pulmonary Function Tech or Registered Pulmonary Function Tech
2 years clinical experience for new grads acceptable in lieu of 1 year of work experience
Benefits & Perks
Health insurancePTO available from day 1Career DevelopmentWhole Person Wellbeing ResourcesMental Health Resources and Support