Reg Resp Ther NICU Qualified
Requisition #: 61116
Total hours worked per week: 36
Total hours worked per week: 36
Description
Schedule:
Night shift, 12-hour shifts
6:42PM - 7:12AM
Every other weekend
Why work as a NICU Respiratory Therapist at Munson Healthcare?
- Our therapists work in positive and supportive environments built on our organizational values
- We have opportunities for growth, including skill development and advancement through the RT Clinical Ladder
- The NICU Qualified Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) provides care for all ages of patients. In addition to covering the general and pediatric nursing units and adult critical care areas (including PACU and ED), this therapist also accepts patient care assignments in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and is a member of the NICU Transport Team.
What’s Required:
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) through the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) required. Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) who is registry-eligible allowed entry into job classification – RRT must be obtained within 4 months to remain in RRT classification.
- Neonatal Resuscitation Provider (NRP) is preferred and is required within the first 6 months of hire.
- Currently licensed as a Respiratory Therapist in the State of Michigan or eligible to apply – NEW GRADS WELCOME TO APPLY
Clinical exposure to all aspects of pediatric and adult respiratory care required.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) is preferred.
Neonatal Pediatric Specialist (NPS) and Adult Critical Care Specialist (ACC) through the NBRC are preferred.
We are looking for:
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and patient service skills
- Desire to be part of a Team
- Compassion for providing emotional support to patients
- Ability to solve problems and think quickly
Why Choose Munson Healthcare:
- Balance– Get out on the water, in the woods, on the trails or around town
- Opportunity– Be a part of northern Michigan’s leading healthcare team with opportunities for personal and professional growth throughout the healthcare system
- Flexibility– A career that can change as your life changes
- Teamwork – Our people make Munson Healthcare a great place to work!