Pulmonary Student Intern (Pool)

Nicklaus Children's Health System; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Nicklaus Children's Health System is hiring a Pulmonary Student Intern in Miami, Florida. This role involves assisting licensed Respiratory Therapists with basic respiratory therapy treatments, airway clearance, and documentation. The ideal candidate is currently enrolled in a CoARC accredited Respiratory Therapy program and has completed one clinical rotation.

The intern will be responsible for patient assessments, performing aerosolized medication therapies, and maintaining oxygen therapy systems while ensuring adherence to infection control standards.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a CoARC accredited Respiratory Therapy program and have completed at least one clinical rotation.
• American Heart Association BLS – maintain active and in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Assesses patients' clinical condition and documents findings accurately.
• Performs and teaches aerosolized medication therapies.
• Initiates and maintains oxygen therapy systems.
• Assists with cleaning of equipment and restocking supplies.
• Follows infection control standards and uses Personal Protective Equipment.

Skills

Collaborative work

Problem solving

Critical thinking

Conflict resolution

Education

Enrolled in CoARC accredited Respiratory Therapy program

Job description

Job Summary

The Pulmonary Student Intern assists licensed Respiratory Therapists by providing the most basic respiratory therapy treatments and procedures. Performs patient/family care as well as documentation at the most basic performance level under the direct, immediate, and on‑premise supervision of a licensed Respiratory Therapist. Performs airway clearance, administers aerosolized medication, assists with cleaning of equipment and restocking of respiratory supplies, and assists with oxygen therapy administration.

Job Specific Duties

• Assesses patients in terms of clinical condition (heart rate, respiratory rate, etc.) and documents findings (Pre/Post therapy) in an accurate and timely manner.
• Performs and teaches aerosolized medication therapies via small volume nebulizer and metered dose inhaler (MDI).
• Initiates and maintains oxygen therapy systems.
• Performs and teaches airway clearance modalities for the purpose of assisting the patient in the mobilization of bronchial secretions.
• Follows all Infection Control standards and ensures proper use of Personal Protective Equipment per hospital policy and procedures to ensure safe patient care.
• Assists with cleaning of equipment and restocking of respiratory supplies.
• Performs other assigned tasks to promote efficient practice operation and contribute to the provision of quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a CoARC accredited Respiratory Therapy program and have completed at least one clinical rotation.
• American Heart Association BLS – maintain active and in good standing.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Healthcare related field experience preferred.
• Able to work effectively in a collaborative environment and follow the direction of the Registered Respiratory Therapist and/or Respiratory Supervisor.
• Able to float to assigned unit/department and be flexible.
• Ability to apply principles of evidence‑based practice, analytical thinking, and service excellence in practice.
• Strong problem solving, critical thinking, and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to problem‑solve and adapt standard clinical procedures to patients' needs associated with pediatric and neonatal population.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Must be computer literate.

Job Details

Job: Respiratory

Department: PULMONARY CARE-2100-717001

Job Status: Professional