NICU RESP THERP I - REG

The Neonatal Registered Respiratory Therapist – (NICU RRT – I), functions in a multi-faceted role that demonstrates professionalism and promotes excellence in the practice of respiratory care. The NICU RRT–I will be responsible for the respiratory assessment, therapeutic treatment, evaluation, testing, education and communication as it pertains to the patients and processes in the Level III NICU. The NICU RRT–I will provide neonatal airway management, including intubation with assistance, resuscitation and stabilization for all high-risk deliveries. The NICU RRT–I must interface with all members of the neonatal health care team. The NICU RRT–I is expected to provide an exceptional patient experience for our babies and their families. The NICU RRT–I is responsible for maintaining compliance with the Ohio Respiratory Care Laws, applicable regulatory standards, and institutional and system policies.   

Education 

 Minimum Level of Education Required: Associate degree 

Additional requirements: 

§     Type of degree: Applied Science or the Equivalent 

§     Area of study or major: Respiratory Care or NBRC approved registry requirements 

§     Preferred educational qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree  

Licensure/Certification/Registration 

§     Valid Ohio Respiratory Care License 

§     Valid Registered Respiratory Therapist Credential through NBRC (National Board for

Respiratory Care)

§     BLS 

§     NRP within 30 days. 

Experience 

Minimum Level of Experience Required: 1 - 3  years of job-related experience

Prior job title or occupational experience: Respiratory Therapist 

Prior specific functional responsibilities: Critical Care or Neonatal Respiratory Care 

Preferred experience: Previous neonatal intubation experience