Registered Respiratory Therapist

Ascension; Florida; On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

403(b) retirement plan with employer-m

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave

Job summary

Ascension St. Vincent's St. Johns County Hospital in Saint Johns, FL, seeks a full-time Respiratory Therapist for day shifts. Location is Saint Johns, FL, within Ascension’s health system. The role involves assessing patients, implementing care plans, and responding to emergencies.

Minimum requirements include BLS within 30 days and Florida Board-credentialed RT; Advanced Life Support preferred. Comprehensive benefits, tuition assistance, and wellness resources are offered.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider within 1 Month of hire date.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist credentialed by Florida Board.
• Advanced Life Support preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assesses patient for appropriate type and frequency of treatment and develops a plan of care based on diagnosis.
• Implements and monitors patient care plan and equipment; monitors, records and communicates patient condition; performs advanced respiratory care modalities.
• Evaluates respiratory practice, administration of medications, and treatment based on patient outcomes.
• Educates patient and family about health condition and community support programs.
• Responds to emergency resuscitation team code.

Skills

Patient assessment

Care planning

Emergency response

Education

High School diploma equivalency / Associate's or Tech degree / 4 years of job-specific experience

Job description

• Facility: Ascension St. Vincent's St. Johns County Hospital
• Schedule: Day shift | Full-time

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Saint Johns, FL
• Facility: Ascension St. Vincent's St. Johns County Hospital
• Schedule: Day shift | Full-time

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Assesses patient for appropriate type and frequency of treatment and develops a plan of care based on diagnosis.
• Implements and monitors patient care plan and equipment. Monitors, records and communicates patient condition. Performs advanced respiratory care modalities.
• Evaluates respiratory practice, administration of medications, and treatment based on patient outcome.
• Educates the patient and family about the health condition and provides information about community support groups and other available programs.
• Responds to emergency resuscitation team code.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

Required Credential(s):

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Respiratory Therapist specializing in Registered credentialed from the Florida Board of Respiratory Care obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Preferred Credential(s):

• Advanced Life Support. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Certification specializing in Neonatal Resuscitation credentialed from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP).
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Education

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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