Registered Respiratory Therapist-Child/ Nights (36 hours)

Mercy Health

Saint Louis, MO

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Basic Life Support (BLS), CPR Certification, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Health Plan, Healthcare, Intensive Care, Medical Treatment, Neonatology, Patient Care, Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Pediatrics, Respiratory Therapy, Treatment Plan, Ventilator
LOCATION
Saint Louis, MO
POSTED
2 days ago

Find your calling at Mercy!

Performs direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory care according to physicians' orders or protocol. Determines effectiveness of therapy. Provides ventilator support during cardiopulmonary resuscitation and maintains life support equipment in the intensive care units and other designated areas. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and mercy service standards.

Position Details:

Sign-On-Bonus incentive included up to $10,000

Education: Graduate from an Accredited College Program in Respiratory Care.
Licensure: Must have a current license in the State of Missouri.
Experience:
Certifications: Registered as a therapist by the National Board of Respiratory Care (RRT). BLS, NRP and PALS (may obtain upon hire).
Other: Ability to demonstrate critical thinking skills, ability to be flexible and adaptable. Must possess the skills and judgment necessary to implement medical plan of care, clinical interventions and procedures as needed for the care of the patient.
Preferred Education: Bachelors Degree Preferred
Preferred Licensure:
Preferred Experience: Prior Neonatal and Pediatric Intensive care experience preferred
Preferred Certifications: NPS (Neonatal/Pediatric Specialist from the NBRC)
Preferred Other:

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.

About the Company

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Mercy Health

Mercy Health is part of Bon Secours Mercy Health (BSMHealth.org,) one of the top 20 health systems in the United States and part of the top performing quartile of Catholic health systems for lowest cost per case for patient care. Mercy Health is the largest health system in Ohio and among the top five employers in the state, with more than 33,500 employees serving communities throughout Ohio and in Kentucky. Mercy Health provided care for patients more than 6.8 million times in 2017. The system includes assets of $6.8 billion and nearly 500 care facilities including 23 hospitals and 26 post-acute care facilities including senior living communities, hospice programs and home health agencies. Its clinically integrated network of more than 2,700 health care providers coordinates more effective and efficient care for more than 350,000 patients, saving money for taxpayers through the Medicare Shared Savings Program. As part of Bon Secours Mercy Health, the ministry provides nearly $2 million per day in community benefit. 

COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Healthcare Services
FOUNDED
1985
WEBSITE
http://www.mercy.com/careers