PRN Respiratory Therapist - Cape Coral Hospital

Lee Health; Cape Coral (FL); On-site; USD 45,210 - 64,391; Part time

Job summary

Lee Health in Cape Coral is looking for a Respiratory Therapist to provide essential respiratory care services. This role involves administering all therapeutic and diagnostic modalities while ensuring patient safety and adherence to protocols.

The ideal candidate must hold a Registered Respiratory Therapist license and possess strong communication skills. New graduates from accredited programs are welcome to apply. Enjoy a dynamic work environment that focuses on patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Must be a Registered Respiratory Therapist licensed in Florida.
• New graduates from accredited COARC respiratory therapy programs accepted.
• Certifications in ACLS, PALS, and NRP are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administers therapeutic, diagnostic, and mechanical modalities.
• Delivers Respiratory Care to patients across all age groups.
• Performs established procedures and adheres to department guidelines.

Skills

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)

Education

Associate's in Respiratory Therapy

Bachelor's degree for Technical Consultant

Job description

Location: Cape Coral Hospital - 636 Del Prado Blvd Cape Coral FL 33990

Department: Respiratory Care

Work Type: PRN

Shift: Shift 3/6:45:00PM to 7:15:00AM

Minimum to Midpoint Pay Rate: $39.78 - $39.78 / hour

Summary

Administers all therapeutic, diagnostic, and mechanical modalities under the purview of Respiratory Care Services, for which the Therapist has demonstrated appropriate proficiency, and has been documented as competent to perform these procedures. All of the criteria-based duties within this document will be performed according to established policies, procedures and guidelines within the department and the hospital. Responsibility for the delivery of Respiratory Care to patients of all age groups, to include all therapeutic treatments, oxygen therapy, arterial blood gas draws and analysis, ventilator management, and airway management. May assess staff blood gas competencies if qualified as a "Technical Consultant".

Requirements

Educational Requirements

• Associate's

Additional Requirements

• BS required to perform duties of a Technical Consultant

Experience

• none

Additional Experience

• New graduates of accreditied COARC respiratory therapy program accepted

State of Florida Licensure Requirements

• Registered Respiratory Therapist License

Additional License Requirements

• none

Certifications/Registration Requirements

• RRT (Registered Respiratory Therapist)
• BLS (American Heart Association / Basic Life Support)
• ACLS (American Heart Association / Advanced Cardiac Life Support)

Additional Certifications

• ACLS, PALS, NRP appropriate to population served.
• ACLS, PALS, NRP can be obtained within 6 months of hire.

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