Acute Care, Basic Life Support (BLS), Electronic Medical Records, Epic Systems, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Infection Control, Medical Treatment, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), Neonatology, Oscillator, Patient Education, Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU), Pediatrics, Respiratory Intensive Care Unit (RICU), Respiratory Medicine, Respiratory Therapy, Team Player, Training/Teaching, Ventilator
Job Title
Travel Pediatric Respiratory Therapist – Nights
LocationSpringfield, Missouri
Schedule / Job TypeContract | Nights | 3x12 (6:30 PM – 7:00 AM) | 36 Hours Guaranteed Per Week | 13-Week Assignment | Onsite
Key Responsibilities- Initiate, manage, and adjust respiratory care interventions and procedures for pediatric and neonatal patients, including those in PICU and NICU settings
- Operate and maintain advanced respiratory equipment including ventilators, oscillators, and jet ventilators; perform equipment changes, processing, and supply stocking
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams, participate in physician rounds, and communicate patient goals, status changes, and handoff reports accurately and confidentially
- Assess physical, psychosocial, and educational needs of patients and families; document care and teaching in the EMR system
- Adhere to all safety, infection control, confidentiality, and compliance policies including fall precautions, patient identification protocols, and time-out procedures
- Float between designated areas (pediatric and neonatal) as required by the facility
Required Qualifications- Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care program
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care
- Current state licensure in the state of practice
- BLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA only)
- NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) and PALS certifications required
- Minimum 2 years of pediatric and/or neonatal intensive care respiratory therapy experience
Preferred Experience / Skills- Hands-on experience with Draeger VN500, Hamilton G-5, oscillators, and jet ventilators
- Proficiency with EPIC EMR
- Prior experience floating between pediatric and neonatal care environments
- Adaptable, team-oriented personality with strong clinical reasoning and critical thinking skills
Why Join Us- Work in a high-acuity pediatric and neonatal environment within a nationally recognized, Level 1 Trauma and Burn Center facility offering exposure to complex, diverse patient populations
- Gain experience in a collaborative, innovation-focused care setting located in a vibrant city with a wide range of cultural attractions, dining, and outdoor activities
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Concentric Healthcare Staffing