Registered Respiratory Therapist NICU
Ascension
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Description
- Assess patient for appropriate type and frequency of treatment and develop a plan of care based on diagnosis.
- Implement and monitor patient care plan and equipment. Monitor, record and communicate patient condition. Perform advanced respiratory care modalities.
- Evaluate respiratory practice, administration of medications, and treatment based on patient outcome.
- Educate the patient and family about the health condition and provide information about community support groups and other available programs.
- Respond to emergency resuscitation team code.
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.
- Respiratory Care Practitioner credentialed from the Indiana Respiratory Care Committee obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
- Respiratory Therapist specializing in Registered credentialed from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) obtained within 12 Months (1 year) of hire date or job transfer date required.
- Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
- Certification specializing in Neonatal Resuscitation credentialed from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) preferred.
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Education:
- High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
Additional Preferences:
- RRT required
- One year of experience in a Level 4 NICU is highly preferred
- Three years of RRT NICU experience preferred
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.
Equal employment opportunity employer
Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.
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About this role
Working in Ascension's NICU as a Registered Respiratory Therapist means providing specialized respiratory care to critically ill newborns in Indianapolis. You'll assess patients, develop individualized care plans, manage advanced respiratory equipment and medications, and respond to emergencies as part of the resuscitation team. The role also includes educating families and connecting them with community resources to support their child's health and recovery.
This position requires current BLS certification and Indiana Respiratory Care Practitioner credentials before your start date, with RRT registration from the National Board for Respiratory Care needed within your first year. While additional certifications like Neonatal Resuscitation and Pediatric Advanced Life Support are preferred, the core requirement is an associate degree or equivalent education paired with relevant experience. The ideal candidate brings at least one year of Level 4 NICU experience, though the role is open to those with broader respiratory therapy backgrounds.
Ascension is a large nonprofit Catholic health system known for supporting its associates through professional growth and an inclusive workplace culture. This full-time, in-office role offers you the chance to work within an established healthcare organization recognized for being a strong employer in the sector.
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