Critical Care Respiratory Therapist – Ventilation & ICU

CO040 Memorial Regional Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Regional Hospital in Hollywood, FL is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist or Respiratory Therapy Technician to provide cardiopulmonary care across ED, Trauma and Critical Care areas.

You will deliver ordered therapies, monitor patient status, educate families, and participate in policy-based care improvements. The role requires NBRC/FL credentials and a strong ability to work under pressure.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
• BLS certification required per AHA standards.
• NBRC credentials preferred; FL RT/TT licenses required or active.
• RT or TT credential required in Florida.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and assess ordered respiratory therapy per care plan.
• Monitor and document patient condition and progress.
• Educate patients and families about illness and available resources.
• Evaluate respiratory care policies using outcomes and best practices.
• Respond to codes and provide emergent respiratory support.
• Assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment per protocol.

Skills

ACCOUNTABILITY

ARTERIAL BLOOD GAS SAMPLING

ARTIFICIAL AIRWAY CARE/MAINTENANCE

CUSTOMER SERVICE

HFNC/VAPOTHERM

MECHANICAL VENTILATION WEANING

NON-INVASIVE POSITIVE PRESSURE VENTIL.

PATIENT AND FAMILY CENTERED CARE

RESPONDING TO CHANGE

STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR

Education

Accredited Respiratory Therapy program (Required)

BLS American Heart E-Card (BLS AHA ECARD)

BLS Cert American Heart_non ecard (BLS AHA)

BLS Certification Grace Period (GRACE)

BLS Cert Red Cross (BLS RC)

Certified Respiratory Therapist (TT LICENSE) - FL

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RT LICENSE) - FL

Job description

Memorial Regional Hospital in Hollywood, FL is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist or Respiratory Therapy Technician to provide cardiopulmonary care across ED, Trauma and Critical Care areas.

You will deliver ordered therapies, monitor patient status, educate families, and participate in policy-based care improvements. The role requires NBRC/FL credentials and a strong ability to work under pressure.