Neonatal Respiratory Therapist (RRT, NICU)
Springfield, Missouri
Mercy Hospital Springfield

RRT - Respiratory Therapy

Location: Springfield, Missouri Employment Type: Travel Assignment Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1

Schedule

• Shift: Nights, 3x12 (1830-0700)
• Weekly Guaranteed Hours: 36
• Weekend Hours: As required by facility
• Call Requirements: As required by facility
• Float Requirements: As required by facility. Works two or more designated areas as required.

Unit Information

• Unit: Respiratory floor
• Number of Beds: Not stated
• Patient Ratios: Variable
• Equipment: Not stated

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Respiratory Therapist license in Missouri
• Registered Respiratory Therapist with 2 years of experience
• Registered Respiratory Therapist experience within the last year
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
• Experience working with neonate patients
• Experience working with pediatric patients
• Experience in a critical care setting
• Valid driver's license

Position Details

• Preceptor and/or resource person role
• Contingency requests must be submitted on the submission form
• Influenza vaccination or an approved facility exemption is required for all travelers from November 1 to April 1. Declinations are not accepted.
• Dress code: scrubs in black; anything else is unacceptable attire

Personality Fit

Adaptable, with a teamwork mentality

Facility Highlights

• Leapfrog Group Spring 2026 Hospital Safety Grade: B
• Level 1 Trauma & Burn Center
• Level 2 Stroke Center; Joint Commission Primary Stroke Center certification
• Only 1 of 2 Level 1 trauma centers within a 50-mile radius
• Highest CMS Star Rating in the area