Registered Respiratory Therapist-Child/ Nights (36 hours)

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Mercy Hospital St Louis Until 8/22/2026 First posted March 18, 2026 Last posted March 18, 2026
Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Performs direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory care according to physicians' orders or protocol. Determines effectiveness of therapy. Provides ventilator support during cardiopulmonary resuscitation and maintains life support equipment in the intensive care units and other designated areas. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and mercy service standards.

Position Details:

Sign-On-Bonus incentive included up to $10,000 

Education: Graduate from an Accredited College Program in Respiratory Care.
Licensure: Must have a current license in the State of Missouri.
Experience:
Certifications: Registered as a therapist by the National Board of Respiratory Care (RRT). BLS, NRP and PALS (may obtain upon hire).
Other: Ability to demonstrate critical thinking skills, ability to be flexible and adaptable. Must possess the skills and judgment necessary to implement medical plan of care, clinical interventions and procedures as needed for the care of the patient.
Preferred Education: Bachelors Degree Preferred
Preferred Licensure:
Preferred Experience: Prior Neonatal and Pediatric Intensive care experience preferred
Preferred Certifications: NPS (Neonatal/Pediatric Specialist from the NBRC)
Preferred Other:

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.

About this role

Summary

Provides respiratory care, ventilator support, and critical interventions in ICU settings.

Job title

Registered Respiratory Therapist-Child/ Nights (36 hours)

Experience level

certified professional

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

St Louis, Missouri; remote work not allowed

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

licensure in MissouriRRT certificationBLSNRPPALS

Preferred skills

neonatal intensive carepediatric intensive careNPS certification

Specializations

respiratory carepediatricneonatalcritical care
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

St. Louis, MO, USA

On-site City