Respiratory Therapist Registered - NICU
Company: UCHealth
Location: Arvada
Posted on: March 14, 2023
Job Description:
DescriptionSummary:Provides care for patients with respiratory
disorders in our NICU.Work Schedule: Full Time (72hours per two
week pay period) NIGHTSLocation:University of Colorado
HospitalNICUU.S. News ranks University of Colorado Hospital as the
No. 1 hospital in Colorado. Additionally, nine of our specialties
are ranked among the nations best with a national ranking of #2 in
Pulmonology & Lung Surgery. University of Colorado Hospital is the
regions only academic hospital, a Level 1 Trauma Center, Burn
Center of excellence for the region, and Stroke Center. We
currently have 8 adult critical care areas; Medical ICU, Medical
Surgical Progressive Care, Surgical Trauma ICU, Cardiac ICU, Neuro
ICU, Covid ICU, Cardiothoracic ICU, Burn ICU and a Level 3 NICU
with 50 beds.Our NICU is a 50-bed level 3 nursery that specializes
in the care of preterm and critically ill newborns. We are a
regional referral center for extremely premature infants born as
early as 22 weeks gestation and provide care for babies with a
variety of medical conditions. Respiratory therapists are a
critical component of our multidisciplinary team, which also
includes parents, providers, developmental therapists, registered
nurses, and others. Our focus on family-centered care and quality
patient outcomes helps promote the best care for our patients and
ensures our families feel supported throughout their stay. We have
the ability to have respiratory therapists who are solely in the
NICU, as well as those who would like to maintain a combination of
NICU and Adult care.What UCHealth has to offer:--- Sign-On Bonus:
$15,000 for full-time RT new hires. Must have at least one year RT
experience to be eligible and not employed by UCHealth in the past
twelve months. 24-month commitment. --- Retirement and Pension
Plan--- Career Advancement Ladder--- Eligible for evening, night
and weekend differentialJob Duties:
- We are looking for RRTs with a passion for our tiniest patients
who have at least level 3 Neonatal ICU experience. We are offering
the ability to work solely in the NICU or have a dual position with
Adult and NICU patient care.
- Delivers and assesses response to ordered therapy per plan of
care. Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition as
appropriate.
- Evaluates respiratory care policies and procedures based on
patient outcomes, current research, and best practices. Responds to
codes and calls for emergent assistance.
- Assesses patient condition and delivers appropriate treatment
utilizing appropriate protocols.
- Educates the patient and family about the patients illness and
provides information about community resources.
- Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills,
decisive judgement and the ability to work with minimal
supervision. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and
take appropriate action.Requirements:
- Registered Respiratory Therapist - Natl.
- Respiratory Therapist-State
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- Basic Life SupportOther information:
- Minimum Required Education: Graduate of an accredited
Respiratory Therapy program.
- Required Licensure/Certification: Registered as a Respiratory
Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
State licensure if required by law. Basic Life Support (BLS)
Healthcare Provider. Relevant life support certification as
determined at position level.
- Minimum Experience: None Required.
- ADDITIONAL POSITION LEVEL CREDENTIAL INFORMATION: ACLS within 1
year of hire; NRP within 6 mos of hire
- BLS through the American Heart Association or the American Red
Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer with card in-hand before
start date. BLS or CPR card must be good through sixty days of
hire. All life support certification cards must be issued by either
the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross CPR for
the Professional Rescuer. (American Red Cross for the Professional
Rescuer is only good upon hire and all renewals will need to be
through an American Heart Association sanctioned course.)The pay
range for this position is: $29.54 - $44.31 / hour. Pay is
dependent on applicants relevant experience. An annual bonus may be
paid to eligible employees based upon organizational and individual
performance.UCHealth offers their employees a competitive and
comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits
included in this package are full medical, dental and vision
coverage; retirement plans; paid time off; employer-paid life and
disability insurance with additional buy-up coverage options;
tuition and continuing education reimbursement; and a full suite of
voluntary benefits such as identity theft protection and pet
insurance. Our employees and their family members have full access
to our Employee Assistance Program, which includes up to 5 free
counseling visits and work/life solutions, such as one free legal
consultation. In addition, other emotional counseling support is
available depending upon their need.At UCHealth, we do things
differentlyWe believe in something different: a focus on the
individuality of every person. In big ways and small, we exist to
improve the extraordinary lives of all those we serve. As Colorados
largest and most innovative health care system, we as a team
deliver on the commitment to provide the best possible experience
for our patients and their families. We foster a true human
connection and give people the freedom to live extraordinary lives.
A career at UCHealth is more than a job, its a passion.Going beyond
quality requires the perfect balance of talent, integrity, drive
and intellectual curiosity. We are looking for individuals who
recognize, like us, that the world of medicine is ever-changing and
are motivated to do what is right, not what is easy. We support
creativity and curiosity so that each of us can find the
extraordinary qualities within ourselves. At UCHealth, well do
everything in our power to make sure you grow and have a meaningful
career. Theres no limits to your potential here.Be Extraordinary.
Join Us Today!UCHealth recognizes and appreciates the rich array of
talents and perspectives that equal employment and diversity can
offer our institution. As an affirmative action/equal opportunity
employer, UCHealth is committed to making all employment decisions
based on valid requirements. No applicant shall be discriminated
against in any terms, conditions or privileges of employment or
otherwise be discriminated against because of the individuals race,
creed, color, religion, gender, national origin or ancestry, age,
mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity,
transgender status, genetic information or veteran status. UCHealth
does not discriminate against any "qualified applicant with a
disability" as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act
and will make reasonable accommodations, when they do not impose an
undue hardship on the organization.
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