Registered Respiratory Therapist in Euclid, OH

Deliver critical respiratory care in a dynamic hospital environment as a Registered Respiratory Therapist. The specialist in this contract role will play an essential part in neonatal and pediatric patient care, demonstrating expertise in respiratory therapies, patient education, and high-acuity intervention in a Level 2 Special Care Nursery.

Qualifications and Desired Experience:

• Current licensure as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification, or willingness to obtain
• Proficiency in bar coding medication administration and Omnicell use
• Previous experience in neonatal or pediatric respiratory care, particularly within a special care or NICU environment, is strongly preferred

Schedule/Hours:

• Contract position; specific schedule details to be discussed during the interview process

Key Responsibilities:

• Administer medicated aerosol therapies using small volume nebulizers and various aerosol delivery systems (MDI, DPI, holding chambers)
• Educate patients and families on proper therapy techniques for aerosol, MDI, and DPI applications
• Operate medication delivery equipment, including medication carts and Omnicell systems, ensuring accurate bar-coded medication administration
• Perform airway management procedures such as suctioning, manual ventilation, and intubation assistance
• Provide respiratory support for high-risk deliveries, including surfactant administration and following NRP protocols
• Administer and monitor therapies including T-piece ventilation, humidified therapy, heated humidity, and usage of respiratory interfaces (aerosol masks, nasal cannula, oxygen masks)
• Collect, analyze, and interpret blood gases for neonatal and pediatric patients
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to optimize respiratory care outcomes

This opportunity is ideal for a dedicated respiratory therapist who thrives in a fast-paced, patient-centered setting and desires to make a meaningful impact in neonatal intensive care. If you are ready to further your career and contribute your skills in advanced neonatal respiratory therapies, we encourage you to apply today.