Respiratory Therapist (NICU)

Job overview

Respiratory Therapist – NICU (Permanent) This is an onsite, full-time position in Dixon, IL, with a salary range of $0.0 - $0.0 per year, as compensation is not specified. StaffDNA is a leading healthcare staffing agency. We are seeking a skilled Respiratory Therapist to join our Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) team. In this role, you will provide specialized respiratory care to premature or critically ill newborns, ensuring their breathing needs are met with precision and compassion.

What you'll do

• Administer oxygen therapy, ventilator support, and other respiratory treatments to neonates in the NICU.
• Monitor vital signs and adjust respiratory support based on the infant's condition.
• Collaborate with neonatologists and NICU staff to develop individualized care plans for each patient.
• Perform diagnostic tests such as blood gas analysis to evaluate lung function.
• Educate parents on respiratory equipment and techniques to prepare for discharge when appropriate.
• Maintain accurate documentation of treatments provided and patient progress.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

respiratory therapist

rt

nicu

dixon il

full-time

neonatal care

healthcare

pediatrics

therapist

hospital

About the employer

StaffDNA is hiring for this role. Industry: General Medical and Surgical Hospitals. Sector: 62.