The NICU RCP must demonstrate proficiency in the neonatal intensive care area and provide respiratory therapy to neonates as ordered by physicians, according to established standards and practice. 

The NICU Respiratory Care Practitioner (“NICU RCP”) is responsible for providing safe, quality respiratory patient care and teaching to patients and families.  Additional responsibilities include collaboration with the health care team, participation in on-going feedback regarding performance improvement, implementation of clinical pathway/plan of care to guide patient care delivery

Graduate of an AMA accredited School for Respiratory Therapy or equivalent

Minimum 1 year acute care experience in Respiratory Services or respiratory related care with demonstrated experience in NICU respiratory therapy preferred.  

Current CA RCP license 

Current Heathcare Provider BLS

Current ACLS

Current NRP 

Current PALS, within 30 days of hire

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) preferred