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Job description
Job Title: Respiratory Therapist
Location: Reno, NV 89511
Assignment Length: 13 Weeks
Shift: Nights - 6:00 PM to 6:30 AM
Schedule: Variable days; on-call as needed
Candidate Requirement: Must reside at least 100 miles from the facility
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to provide advanced respiratory care across adult and neonatal critical care environments. This role requires a highly skilled clinician with strong Level III NICU experience and the ability to float between adult and neonatal intensive care units.
Required Qualifications
Minimum 3+ years of Level III NICU experience (Do not submit candidates without this background)
Demonstrated competency in:
High-frequency ventilation
Nitric oxide therapy
Heliox administration
Neonatal intubation
Neonatal ventilator management
Bubble CPAP
Heated high-flow therapy for neonates
Neonatal arterial puncture
Delivery room attendance
RRT (Registered Respiratory Therapist) credential required
ABG certification/license required
Current BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP certifications required
NICU transport experience preferred
Work Expectations May be scheduled for on-call shifts as needed
Must be willing to float between adult critical care and neonatal critical care units
Key Responsibilities Administer respiratory therapy treatments as prescribed by physicians
Perform diagnostic evaluations including collection and analysis of physiological specimens
Interpret cardiopulmonary data and conduct related tests and studies
Manage and monitor patients requiring mechanical ventilation and advanced respiratory support
Provide artificial airway care, bronchopulmonary hygiene, and oxygen therapy
Administer pharmacologic agents related to respiratory care
Support cardiopulmonary rehabilitation and hemodynamic cardiovascular care
Educate patients and families regarding respiratory treatments and care plans
Apply respiratory care protocols across various clinical settings
Worksite address
reno, NV, 89550, US
Who can apply
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