Certified Respiratory Therapist

AdventHealth; Orlando (FL); Sur place; USD 36 000 - 67 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off from Day One

403-B Retirement Plan

4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave

Career Development

Whole Person Well-being Resources

Mental Health Resources and Support

Pet Benefits

Résumé du poste

AdventHealth Orlando is seeking a skilled Respiratory Therapist to deliver and monitor respiratory care, including breathing treatments, ABGs, and ventilator support. The role requires patient assessment, airway management, and collaboration with the care team in a fast-paced hospital setting.

The position is full-time, night shift, based in Orlando, FL, with benefits from day one and opportunities for career development. Eligible for NBRC and BLS credential maintenance.

Qualifications

• Critical thinking and patient assessment skills.
• Infection control standards and practices.
• Excellent communication and EMR documentation abilities.
• Airway management including endotracheal intubation.
• Ventilation support including invasive/non-invasive modes.
• ABG puncture and arterial cannulation skills.
• Pediatric to geriatric patient care knowledge.
• NBRC credential and BLS certification required.

Responsabilités

• Perform respiratory therapy treatments per physician orders.
• Set up and monitor ventilators; document changes.
• Respond to rapid response calls and code blue; perform CPR.
• Document care in EMR; participate in rounds.
• Manage oxygen therapy and ABG analysis.

Connaissances

Critical thinking

Infection control

Communication skills

Airway management

Ventilator management

ABG analysis

Lung function testing

EMR documentation

Team player

Multi-tasking

Formation

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree

Outils

Cerner EMR

Epic EMR

MS Word

Excel

Description du poste

Our Promise To You

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that

Our Promise To You

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits

Schedule

Full time

Shift

Night (United States of America)

Address

601 E Rollins St

City

Orlando

State

Florida

Postal Code

32803

Job Description

Responsible for competently performing clinical patient assessments and delivering therapy, including breathing treatments and arterial blood gases. This position manages oxygen therapy, performs intubations, operates mechanical ventilators, and assesses patients to determine the appropriate type and frequency of respiratory treatment. Other responsibilities include completing patient documentation in the computer charting system and responding to code blue and rapid response calls.

• Reviews workload, makes staff assignments, and assists with technical questions when serving as shift lead.
• Follows regulatory requirements in the blood gas lab, runs quality control tests, and changes analyzer cartridges.
• Documents interdisciplinary education and plan of care.
• Participates in interdisciplinary rounds and provides input to ensure appropriate patient care.
• Assists with bedside bronchoscopy procedures. Performs respiratory therapy treatments and procedures per provider orders, department policy, and recognized standards of care.
• Sets up, monitors, and adjusts ventilators, both invasive and non-invasive, and documents changes.
• Delivers aerosolized medication, oxygen therapy, invasive and non-invasive ventilation, and performs lung function testing.
• Draws, analyzes, and reports blood gases to assess respiratory status.
• Responds to rapid response calls, code blue situations, and performs CPR.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Critical thinking and patient assessment skills, with the ability to evaluate and modify the plan of care [Required]
• Ability to ensure infection control [Required]
• Effective oral and written communication skills, including documentation in the patient care record (EMR), and ability to use and adapt to computer systems and applications [Required]
• Airway management skills, including insertion and maintenance of a patent airway, and endotracheal intubation as [Required]
• Ability to provide optimal respiratory support including administration of oxygen and Heliox, administration of inhaled medications, lung expansion, and bronchial hygiene therapy [Required]
• Ability to appropriately initiate, operate, manage, and liberate non-invasive and invasive modes of mechanical ventilation [Required]
• Ability to perform ABG Puncture, analysis, arterial cannulation using sterile procedure, and hemodynamic monitoring [Required]
• Ventilator patient transportation [Required]
• Knowledge and skill to care for the pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patient in a health care delivery system, including specialized knowledge for neonatal care where applicable [Required]
• Infant / Pediatric experience [Required]
• Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced environment, triaging tasks according to importance [Required]
• Proficiency in basic computer knowledge including, Word and Excel, and computerized medical record documentation, with preference for knowledge in specific EMR systems such as Cerner and Epic [Required]
• Willingness to rotate throughout all patient care areas and work as a team player, making decisions and taking actions that consider the needs of the department and co-workers [Required]
• Perform respiratory therapy treatments and procedures competently according to physician’s orders, department policy, respiratory protocol, and recognized standards of care [Required]
• Manage operational costs through appropriate use and maintenance of supplies and equipment, and identify methods to control costs or generate revenue while providing maximum value to the patient and the hospital [Required]

Education

• Associate [Required]
• Bachelor's [Preferred]

Field Of Study

• in Respiratory Therapy or Cardiopulmonary Science

Work Experience

• 1+ years as a certified respiratory therapist [Preferred]

Additional Information

• Additional licensure or certification requirements may apply depending on the specific unit or state in which this position is located. Please consult the relevant credential grid for detailed information regarding these requirements.
• NBRC credential must be maintained as condition of continued role eligibility
• All States: require NBRC for new hires, and incumbents
• Florida Exception: legacy incumbents may continue working and may transfer within Florida without a NBRC active credential, subject to an approved, time-limited transition period.

Licenses And Certifications

• State Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) [Required]
• Active NBRC Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) [Preferred]
• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]

Physical Requirements:

• Physical Requirements -https://tinyurl.com/2vvwrzem

Pay Range

$26.33 - $48.98

Background Screening Requirement (Florida Law)

Certain positions are subject Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law.

Applicants may review general information about Florida’s background screening requirements at Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.