Respiratory Therapist - Night Shift

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Respiratory Therapist - Night Shift
Requisition ID
2025-33059
Requisition Post Information* : Posted Date
1 month ago(7/15/2025 3:27 PM)
Posting Category
Allied Health
Division
THERAPY RESPIRATORY
Shift
Night shift
Work Type
Full Time
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt
Location : Name
Adele Hall
Recruiter : Full Name: First Last
Sara Sanders
Recruiter : Email
smsanders@cmh.edu
Thanks for your interest in Children's Mercy!
Do you envision finding a meaningful role with an inclusive and compassionate team? At Children's Mercy, we believe in making a difference in the lives of all children and shining a light of hope to the patients and families we serve. Our employees make the difference, which is why we have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top pediatric hospital, for eleven consecutive years. Children's Mercy is in the heart of Kansas City - a metro abounding in cultural experiences, vibrant communities and thriving businesses. This is where our patients and families live, work and play. This is a community that has embraced our hospital and we strive to say thanks by giving back. As a leader in children's health, we engage in meaningful programs and partnerships throughout the region so that we can improve the lives of children beyond the walls of our hospital. Overview
Under the direction of the Medical Director and Director of Respiratory Care each therapist provides safe, proficient, and comprehensive delivery of Respiratory Care services to all ages of patients of Children`s Mercy Hospital. Provides accurate documentation of services performed, provides instruction for students and assists with orientation of new employees. Completes other tasks as assigned. Able to work in a collaborative and multidisciplinary environment. At Children's Mercy, we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls. A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve, as well as our core values of kindness, curiosity, inclusion, team and integrity. Additionally, it's important to us that we remain transparent with all potential job candidates. Because we value the safety of the patients and families we serve, as well as the Children's Mercy staff, we want to let you know that the seasonal influenza vaccine is a condition of employment for all employees in our organization. New employees must be willing to be vaccinated if found non-immune to measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) and chicken pox (varicella) and/or without evidence of tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination since 2005. If you are selected for this position, you will be asked to supply your immunization records as proof of vaccination. If you and have any concerns about receiving these vaccines, medical and/or religious exemptions can be further discussed with Human Resources. Responsibilities
Provides neonatal and pediatric airway management and mechanical ventilation. Provides respiratory treatments, including bronchial hygiene, inflation therapy, inhaled medications. Provides inhaled medical gas therapy, including oxygen, medical air, blended gases, nitric oxide, nitrogen, heliox, etc. Provides education to patients, families, fellow respiratory therapists and the multidisciplinary team. Acts as a preceptor assisting in the onboarding of new employees and acts as an advisor helping to foster the education and experience of student interns. Applies and evaluates non-invasive and invasive monitoring such as pulse oximetry, end-tidal carbon dioxide, transcutaneous carbon dioxide, arterial blood gases, etc. Participates in hospital emergency responses such as code blue, rapid response, trauma, emergency ambulatory response system, etc. Qualifications Associate's Degree Required and No Experience necessary / On-the-Job Training Bachelor's Degree Preferred Licensed Respiratory Therapist MO Registered Respiratory Therapist Licensed Respiratory Therapist KS Employees must obtain Licensed Respiratory Therapist KS or equivalent within 365 days RRT Registered Respiratory Therapist New Graduates have 180 days to obtain the RRT Required Upon Hire American Heart Association BLS Required Upon Hire American Heart Association PALS Required 180 Days Neonatal Resuscitation Program Required 180 Days
Benefits at Children's Mercy
The benefits plans at Children's Mercy are one of many reasons we are recognized as one of the best places to work in Kansas City. Our plans are designed to meet the changing needs of our employees and their families. Learn more about Children's Mercy benefits.
Starting Pay
Our pay ranges are market competitive. The pay range for this job begins at $29.66/hr, but your offer will be determined based on your education and experience. EEO Employer/Disabled/Vet
Children's Mercy hires individuals based on their job skills, expertise and ability to maintain professional relationships with fellow employees, patients, parents and visitors. A personal interview, formal education and training, previous work experience, references and a criminal background investigation all are factors used to select the best candidates. The hospital does not discriminate against prospective or current employees based on the race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, creed, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry or veteran status. A drug screen will be performed upon hire. Children's Mercy is smoke and tobacco free. Need help finding the right job?
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Location:
Kansas City, MO, United States
Job Type:
PartTime
Category:
Healthcare Practitioners And Technical Occupations

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