NICU - Registered Respiratory Therapist - Nights - Joplin
@ MercyNICU - Registered Respiratory Therapist - Nights - Joplin
About the job
Mercy is a healthcare provider committed to compassionate care, innovation, and growth. The respiratory therapist role involves patient care, consulting physicians, and supporting respiratory treatments. Offers great benefits and a collaborative work environment.
Requirements
- Graduate of CoArc approved Respiratory Care program
- Current RCP license
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential
- Physical ability to perform duties
Qualifications
- No prior experience required
- CPR certification preferred
- Critical care experience a plus
- ACLS certification preferred
Full job description
Find your calling at Mercy!
Overview
Performs direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory care, according to physicians orders. Consults physicians on effectiveness of therapy. Acts as an advanced resource person for physicians and nursing on respiratory care. Performs duties as assigned.
Position Details:
QualificationsEducation: Graduate of CoArc approved Respiratory Care program.Licensure: Meets state licensure requirements and has a current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license.Experience: None.Certifications: Hold the Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential awarded by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). For co-workers who work in the Emergency Room PALS is required.Other: Physical demands are attached plus push, pull, and grip up to 50 lbs. Plus, pinch up to 10 lbs., kneel, crouch, and crawl minimally. Equipment Used: All appropriate respiratory care devices. Preferred Education: Acute Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)Preferred Licensure: Preferred Experience: Prefer critical care experience.Preferred Certifications: Preferred Other:
Why Mercy?
From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.
Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters.
At Mercy, youll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion.
As we grow, youll grow with us.
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