Registered Respiratory Therapist NICU

Your future role at a glance

Location: Nashville, TN


Facility: Ascension Saint Thomas Midtown


Department: NICU Respiratory


Schedule: Day shift | PRN


Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Retirement: 403(b) plan
• Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program , counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process.


How you'll make an impact in this role

• Provides comprehensive respiratory care for neonatal patients, including intubation, ventilator/Vapotherm management, Curosurf administration, ABG/CBG analysis, and emergency resuscitation response.
• Evaluates patients, develops and implements individualized care plans, and monitors patient condition, treatments, and equipment.
• Collaborates with providers and nursing staff to ensure optimal outcomes and educate families on patient care and support resources.
• Participates in NICU and Transport Team operations, attending high-risk deliveries and providing specialized care for critically ill neonates.

What minimum requirements you'll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Certification specializing in Neonatal Resuscitation credentialed from the American Academy of
  Pediatrics (AAP) obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date required.
• Respiratory Therapist credentialed from the Tennessee Board of Respiratory Care obtained within 6
  Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date required.
• Respiratory Therapist specializing in Registered credentialed from the National Board for
  Respiratory Care (NBRC) obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date required.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate'
  degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

What additional preferences we're seeking

• 12 months of NICU RRT experience
• Prior experience on a NICU transport team

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Responsibilities

• Provides comprehensive respiratory care for neonatal patients, including intubation, ventilator/Vapotherm management, Curosurf administration, ABG/CBG analysis, and emergency resuscitation response.
• Evaluates patients, develops and implements individualized care plans, and monitors patient condition, treatments, and equipment.
• Collaborates with providers and nursing staff to ensure optimal outcomes and educate families on patient care and support resources.
• Participates in NICU and Transport Team operations, attending high-risk deliveries and providing specialized care for critically ill neonates.

Qualifications

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Certification specializing in Neonatal Resuscitation credentialed from the American Academy of
  Pediatrics (AAP) obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date required.
• Respiratory Therapist credentialed from the Tennessee Board of Respiratory Care obtained within 6
  Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date required.
• Respiratory Therapist specializing in Registered credentialed from the National Board for
  Respiratory Care (NBRC) obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date required.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate'
  degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.