Respiratory Therapist - NICU

Respiratory Therapist NICU

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About the Facility: This is a hospital work setting, where you will be providing care to the highest level of care for premature and ill newborns, as designated by The American Academy of Pediatrics in a level 1 Trauma Center and is a teaching hospital. Total staffed beds are 323 inpatient beds - 70 of them dedicated to Neonatal ICU.

RESPIRATORY THERAPIST NICU - RESPONSIBILITIES

• The Respiratory Therapist NICU performs therapeutic and diagnostic procedures using medical gases, humidification, aerosols, and administration devices.
• Administer medications directly to the cardiopulmonary system, ensuring accurate dosages and monitoring for effectiveness.
• Maintain and manage life support systems, including ventilator support, ensuring proper patient/ventilator interface and adjusting settings as needed.
• Perform bronchopulmonary drainage and breathing exercises to improve lung function and clear airways.
• Provide emergency CPR to neonates, following established protocols.
• The Respiratory Therapist NICU serves as a key member of the rapid response team, providing critical respiratory support during emergencies.
• Insert and maintain artificial airways, including endotracheal tubes (ET) and intubating laryngotracheal mask (ILMA) airways, ensuring proper placement and function.
• Perform arterial punctures and analyze blood gases to monitor and adjust treatment plans based on results.
• Educate patients' families on respiratory care, equipment uses, and home care management, ensuring they understand treatment plans and procedures.
• Monitor patients for signs of distress or complications, recognizing the need for medical intervention when patient safety is at risk.
• Perform evaluations for home oxygen use, ensuring appropriate levels and equipment are provided for discharged patients.
• The Respiratory Therapist NICU takes on additional responsibilities as needed to support the NICU team and ensure high-quality patient care.

RESPIRATORY THERAPIST NICU - REQUIREMENTS

• Must have National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) Certification.
• Shall maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications approved by the American Heart Association.
• Must have an Associate Degree or higher in Respiratory Therapy from an accredited institution.
• A minimum of one year of experience as a Respiratory Therapist.
• Shall have an experience in Pediatric Respiratory Care (PEDS) is preferred, but experienced therapists from other disciplines will be considered if qualified.

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