Registered Respiratory Therapist

HCA Florida Raulerson Hospital; Okeechobee (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) plan with a 100% match

Tuition assistance and certification support

Paid time off and paid family leave

Wellness support and counseling services

Job summary

HCA Florida Raulerson Hospital is seeking a Full-Time Nights Registered Respiratory Therapist in Okeechobee, Florida, to provide essential care for patients. The role involves performing diagnostic and therapeutic procedures and managing ventilation in diverse settings. Applicants are required to obtain ACLS and BCLS certifications within 30 days, as well as hold an RRT certification and an Associate Degree in Respiratory Therapy. Comprehensive benefits and a supportive work environment are provided to employees.

Qualifications

• ACLS certification must be obtained within 30 days of employment.
• BCLS certification must be obtained within 30 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Perform focused exams and determine need for respiratory interventions.
• Deliver evidence-based therapy across emergency and critical care settings.
• Assist with airway placement and monitor ventilation.
• Educate patients and families, serving as a clinical resource.
• Maintain and ensure readiness of respiratory equipment.

Skills

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS)

Respiratory Therapist/Practitioner certification

Education

Associate Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Job description

Experience the HCA Healthcare difference where colleagues are trusted, valued members of our healthcare team. Grow your career with an organization committed to delivering respectful, compassionate care, and where the unique and intrinsic worth of each individual is recognized. This position is a Registered Respiratory Therapist, Full‑Time Nights.

Note: Qualified applicants may be eligible for a sign‑on bonus of up to $20,000 or relocation packages are available.

Job Summary

As a Respiratory Therapist, you’ll play an essential role in guiding patients through both routine care and critical moments. You’ll perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures while managing invasive and noninvasive ventilation across a variety of care settings. You’ll have access to advanced respiratory technology, mentorship from experienced RT leaders, and a supportive, collaborative team that will set you up for success and ongoing professional growth. Consistent, predictable scheduling provides stability and resources to deliver your best care, continue building your expertise, and make a lasting impact on patient health every day.

Responsibilities

• Assess respiratory status by performing focused exams, interpreting breath sounds and airway patency, and determining the need for respiratory interventions.
• Deliver evidence‑based therapy by providing oxygen support, aerosolized medications, airway clearance techniques, and other treatments across emergency, critical care, and acute settings.
• Manage ventilation and airways by assisting with artificial airway placement, initiating and adjusting invasive and noninvasive ventilation, monitoring patient responses, and responding quickly to clinical changes or emergencies.
• Support patients and the care team by educating patients and families, serving as a clinical resource, partnering with physicians and nurses, and helping stabilize newborns during deliveries when needed.
• Maintain equipment and safety by setting up, operating, and cleaning respiratory equipment; ensuring readiness and preventive maintenance; transporting ventilated patients safely; and following all infection‑prevention standards.

Qualifications

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date.
• (RRT/RCP-State) Respiratory Therapist/Practitioner certification.
• Associate Degree in Respiratory Therapy.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine services.
• Wellness support, including free counseling and referral services.
• Paid time off, paid family leave, long‑term and short‑term disability coverage, and leaves of absence.
• 401(k) plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, retirement readiness tools.
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships, and partnership with Galen College of Nursing.
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection, and consumer discounts.

EEO Statement

HCA Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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