Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – NICU
Provide advanced respiratory care for premature and critically ill newborns in a NICU setting. Manage ventilators and deliver oxygen therapy, perform respiratory diagnostics, and ensure high-quality, evidence-based treatment.
Key duties
- Manage and monitor neonatal ventilators and oxygen delivery
- Analyze arterial blood gases (ABGs) to guide respiratory care
- Set up, troubleshoot, and maintain respiratory equipment
- Document care accurately and completely
- Participate in high-risk deliveries
- Collaborate with neonatologists and NICU nurses
- Support family education and communication
Qualifications & skills
- Credentialed Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
- Strong clinical knowledge of neonatal respiratory care
- Proficiency with ABG interpretation and respiratory diagnostics
- Ability to troubleshoot medical equipment and ensure patient safety
- Clear communication and teamwork in a fast-paced NICU environment