Critical Care Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

AdventHealth; Kissimmee (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off from Day One

403-B Retirement Plan

Parental Leave

Job summary

AdventHealth in Kissimmee, FL seeks a Respiratory Therapist with critical care experience to join a day shift. You will manage airway procedures, deliver inhaled therapies, and support patients on ventilators as part of a multidisciplinary team.

The role requires an Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy and an RRT or NBRC RRT certification, with BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP. At least one year in a critical care setting is expected, with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of critical care experience required.
• Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy is required.
• RRT or NBRC RRT certification required (or equivalent).
• BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Perform airway management including intubation, suctioning, ventilation support.
• Deliver inhaled medications and chest therapy; monitor lung function.
• Respond to Code Blue emergencies and CPR per AHA guidelines.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to develop and update patient care plans.
• Monitor diagnostic data, including labs, and adjust care as needed.
• Ensure safety and compliance with hospital policies and procedures.

Skills

Critical care experience

Team communication

CPR/ALS knowledge

Patient assessment

Education

Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Bachelor's Degree preferred

Tools

RRT or NBRC RRT

BLS

ACLS

PALS

NRP

Job description

AdventHealth in Kissimmee, FL seeks a Respiratory Therapist with critical care experience to join a day shift. You will manage airway procedures, deliver inhaled therapies, and support patients on ventilators as part of a multidisciplinary team.

The role requires an Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy and an RRT or NBRC RRT certification, with BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP. At least one year in a critical care setting is expected, with opportunities for professional growth.