Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics - RRT

• Position Template Facility Name: Mercy Hospital Springfield Floor: Pediatric Respiratory Location Address: 1235 E Cherokee St, Springfield, MO 65804 Flu Vaccination/Mercy Approved Exemption is required for all travelers from November 1-April 1. Declinations are not accepted. Position Information:
• Facility Department/Cost Center: 354007251 The bill for local candidates will be below the posted travel
• Role (RN, Tech, LPN, PT, etc.): Peds Respiratory Therapist
• Specialty: Peds RT
• Number of Openings: 1

• Nights, 3x12 (1830-0700)
• Weekly Guaranteed Hours: 36
• Assignment Length: 13 weeks ALL CONTINGENCY REQUESTS MUST BE ON THE SUBMISSION FORM
• Weekend Hours: None
• Call

None • Required

RRT • Required

BLS from AHA only, NRP, PALS • Years of

2 years • Float

• As required by facility (peds/neonatal) Unit Information:
• Number of Beds: estimated about 62 beds between Peds/PICU/NICU
• Patient Ratios: variable
• Equipment: Draeger VN500, Hamilton G-5, Oscillator, Jet Vent
• EMR: EPIC Hiring Profile:
• Must Have Skills/Experience: 2 years Pediatric/Neonatal Experience
• Preferred Skillset/Experience: 2 years Pediatric/Neonatal Experience
• Type of Patients on Unit: Pediatric/Neonatal
• Personality Fit: Adaptable, Teamwork mentality Dress Code:
• Scrub Color: Black
• Any unacceptable attire: Anything else Additional Information:

Graduate from an Accredited College Program in Respiratory Care.

Must have a current license in the state of practice. Prior Neonatal and Pediatric Intensive care experience required.

Registered as a therapist by the National Board of Respiratory Care (RRT). BLS, NRP and PALS Job

• Safety/Risk Management - Demonstrates safe medication administration. - Follows all policies/procedures for Incident Report/Sentinel Events. - Follows all confidentiality policies/procedures. - Complies with infection control guidelines. - Creates a safe environment through various safety practices, including, but not limited to: - Fall precaution - Restraint management - - Utilization of Patient I.D. identifiers - Read back of telephone and verbal orders; sign off of daily orders - Time out procedures - Communication handoffs - Unit/Department-specific policies - Respects patients'/guests' personal property. - Adheres to hospital wide and department-specific safety regulations, including, but not limited to: - Fire and tornado - Environmental safety - Complies with patients' rights/regulations. Coordination of Services/Communication Management - Functions as a Preceptor and/or Resource person. - Participates in chair committees and activities (such as RQIPP or workout sessions). - Works two or more designated areas as required. - Coordinates workflow by communicating to appropriate personnel in a timely manner. - Participates in Physician Rounds. - Identifies and resolves problems related to patient, families, physicians, staff, and equipment. - Communicates patient goals, objectives and changes in status to other health care team members and utilizes input to revise care plan for optimum patient benefit. - Handoff report is factual, accurate, organized, complete, current, and confidential. - Makes independent decisions in routine and complex situations and informs appropriate team members of actions and results.j. Transcribes physicians orders accurately, seeking clarification as necessary. - - Demonstrates ability to collaborate with inter and intra- disciplinary colleagues and community Primary Clinical Aspects - Performs technical skills relative to area of respiratory practice. - Demonstrates competence in assisting physicians with diagnostic and therapeutic interventions. - Demonstrates ability to assess and identify needs of patient and families (physical, psychosocial, and spiritual). - Implements appropriate respiratory care interventions and procedures. - Documentation is factual, accurate, organized, complete, current, and confidential. - Identifies patient and caregiver education needs, utilizes appropriate resources to meet needs, and documents patient teaching. - Initiates, updates and maintains care plan in timely manner to reflect changing needs of patients and families. - Assures all patient charges/credits are entered appropriately. - Continues to stay current with the literature and best practice in Neonatal and Pediatric Respiratory Care. - Demonstrates proper time management skills and prioritizes patient care. - Demonstrates flexibility regarding workload, assignments and other change. - Demonstrates caring practices in interactions with patients, families and other co-workers - Demonstrates appropriate knowledge base related to medications and adheres to hospital policies regarding their administration. - Demonstrates clinical reasoning skills, which includes decision-making, critical thinking and a global grasp of the situation, coupled with Implementing appropriate respiratory therapy in routine situations. Primary Operational Aspects - Observes Medical Center/departmental policies and operational guidelines, including, but not limited to: - Attendance - Tardiness - Dress Code - Reads email and keeps up to date on departmental communication. - Attends daily huddles and other departmental meetings and inservices. Technology/Equipment Management - Demonstrates competence in initiating and maintaining use of routine equipment. - Maintains Equipment: - Changing equipment - Processing equipment - Stocking supplies as needed - O2 Tank replacement - Assists in evaluation of new products, equipment, policies, procedures and standards. Facility Overview: Mercy Hospital Springfield earned B grade in The Leapfrog Groups Spring 2026 Hospital Safety Grade. Mercy Hospital Springfield is known for its unique combination of leading-edge health care and our compassionate team of caregivers. Our common goal is to provide you with high-quality care and an easier, more personal experience. Patient satisfaction is our top priority, with a strong focus on safety and innovation we have earned several hospital recognitions including:
• American College of Cardiology in the 2021 U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals issue for commitment to hospital care for heart patients
• Highest CMS Star Rating in the area
• Level 1 Trauma & Burn Center
• Level 2 Stroke Center by MoDHSS
• Only 1 of 2 level 1 trauma centers in a 50 mile radius
• Joint Commission Stroke Certification as Primary Stroke CenterThings to Do In Springfield, MO:
• Dickerson Park Zoo
• Johnny Morris Wonders of Wildlife National Museum & Aquarium
• Nathaneal Greene/Close Memorial Park
• Springfield Art Museum
• Route 66 Car Museum
• Pythian Castle
• Laura Ingalls Wilder Home and Museum - 45 minutes east of Springfield, open March 1-November 15 annually
• Countless local breweries and restaurants