Respiratory Therapist (RRT, NICU, Full-Time Nights)

Job overview

RESPIRATORY THERAPIST (RRT) NICU Full-Time Nights **$10,000 SIGN ON BONUS** at Northern Nevada Medical Center in Phoenix, AZ. This is an onsite position. Compensation is not specified. This role provides Respiratory Care services in accordance with physician's orders and department policies. It involves administering treatments, monitoring mechanical ventilators, and performing arterial punctures for blood gas analysis.

What you'll do

• Administers respiratory therapy treatments, understands the purpose of each and the possible side effects associated with each.
• Sets-up and monitors mechanical ventilators and the associated critical care duties required for such treatment, such as airway management and tracheal suctioning.
• Performs arterial punctures to obtain arterial blood samples for blood gas analysis, and understands the possible complications and contraindications associated with the procedure.
• Current State Respiratory Therapist Licensure.
• Graduate of an AMA-approved School of Respiratory Therapy.
• Preferred experience in neonatal transport.
• 5 years of verifiable experience.
• BLS and ACLS certification.
• PALS, NRP, Blood Gas Technologist certified within 90 days.
• NICU experience, 3 years or more preferred.

What we're looking for

Education

Graduate of an AMA-approved School of Respiratory Therapy

Experience

3 years NICU Level 3-RT Experience Required

Skills & competencies

respiratory therapist

rrt

nicu

full-time

nights

sign-on bonus

northern nevada medical center

phoenix az

united states

healthcare

critical care

Benefits & perks

• $10,000 Sign On Bonus, Challenging and rewarding work environment, Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off, Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans, 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan, Tuition Reimbursement/Repayment Program

About the employer

Northern Nevada Medical Center is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Physicians (except Mental Health Specialists). Sector: 62.