Respiratory Therapist 3 - NICU/PICU - Nights
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onVirginia Union University, Admiral Street, Northside, Richmond, Virginia, 23232, United States
About the Role
The Respiratory Therapist 3 serves as an advanced practitioner delivering safe and effective respiratory care across the full spectrum of patient populations, including neonates, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics. This position operates in strict adherence to discipline-specific training, Clinical Practice Guidelines, and hospital standards.
The role is defined by two primary specialized tracks: providing respiratory therapy during Labor and Delivery assistance and external critical care transport, or managing ECMO (Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation) for patients weighing 10kg or less. Beyond direct patient care, the Respiratory Therapist 3 acts as a vital resource and educator for patients, caregivers, hospital staff, and students. In the absence of a supervisor, this role assumes the responsibilities of a shift team leader, ensuring continuity of care and operational efficiency.
Work Environment
This position operates within a fast-paced, high-acuity environment requiring the ability to handle multiple priorities and adapt to frequent changes. The role may involve rotating shifts, weekend and holiday coverage, and on-call duties depending on the specific unit assignment. The physical demands include prolonged standing, frequent bending, walking, and lifting between 20 and 50 lbs, alongside the mental agility required for complex cardiopulmonary assessments and emergency responses.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We consider qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Virginia Union University, Admiral Street, Northside, Richmond, Virginia, 23232, United States
Richmond, Virginia
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleAssist with respiratory therapy during Labor and Delivery and external critical care transport
- check_circleServe as a respiratory care resource and educator for patients, caregivers, and hospital staff
- check_circleSelect appropriate ventilators and non-ordered ventilator parameters for patient care
- check_circleFunction as a shift team leader in the absence of the supervisor
- check_circleProvide safe and effective respiratory care to neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations
- check_circleConsult with physicians and interdisciplinary team members regarding patient care plans
- check_circleManage ECMO for patients weighing 10kg or less according to discipline training
- check_circleConduct cardiopulmonary assessments and monitoring, including during emergency responses
Requirements
- verifiedLicensed by the Commonwealth of Virginia as a Respiratory Therapist
- verifiedCurrent NBRC certification as CRT or RRT
- verifiedCurrent RRT if responsibilities include ECMO management
- verifiedCurrent CPR certification
- verifiedTwo years of work experience as a Respiratory Therapist
- verifiedEducation satisfying eligibility requirements for the National Board for Respiratory Care
Nice to Have
Current related credentials from the NBRC or National Asthma Educator Certification Board (NAECB). Current ACLS and/or PALS. Three (3) years of work experience as a Respiratory Therapist. Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Therapy from an accredited program.
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Respiratory Therapy, NBRC, Certified Respiratory Therapist, Registered Respiratory Therapist, CPR, Naecb, Acls, Pals, Cardiopulmonary Assessment, Airway Care.
Education: Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Therapy from an accredited program (Preferred).
Frequently asked questions about Respiratory Therapist 3 - NICU/PICU - Nights at VCU Health
What does a Respiratory Therapist 3 - NICU/PICU - Nights at VCU Health do?expand_more
Day-to-day, the Respiratory Therapist 3 - NICU/PICU - Nights at VCU Health will assist with respiratory therapy during labor and delivery and external critical care transport; serve as a respiratory care resource and educator for patients, caregivers, and hospital staff; select appropriate ventilators and non-ordered ventilator parameters for patient care; and function as a shift team leader in the absence of the supervisor.
What are the requirements for this Respiratory Therapist 3 - NICU/PICU - Nights role?expand_more
To qualify for the Respiratory Therapist 3 - NICU/PICU - Nights at VCU Health position, applicants should have: Licensed by the Commonwealth of Virginia as a Respiratory Therapist; Current NBRC certification as CRT or RRT; Current RRT if responsibilities include ECMO management; Current CPR certification; Two years of work experience as a Respiratory Therapist; and Education satisfying eligibility requirements for the National Board for Respiratory Care.
Where is the Respiratory Therapist 3 - NICU/PICU - Nights role at VCU Health located?expand_more
Respiratory Therapist 3 - NICU/PICU - Nights at VCU Health is based in Virginia Union University, Admiral Street, Northside, Richmond, Virginia, 23232, United States. This is a on-site role.
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VCU Health has listed this Respiratory Therapist 3 - NICU/PICU - Nights role as on-site.
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Respiratory Therapist 3 - NICU/PICU - Nights at VCU Health typically requires 2+ years of relevant experience at the mid level level.
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Key skills for Respiratory Therapist 3 - NICU/PICU - Nights at VCU Health include Respiratory Therapy; NBRC; Certified Respiratory Therapist; Registered Respiratory Therapist; CPR; Naecb; Acls; and Pals.
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Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Therapy from an accredited program (Preferred).
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Respiratory Therapist 3 - NICU/PICU - Nights at VCU Health is part of the healthcare & nursing job category on Recrutus.