Registered Respiratory Therapist Critical Care

HCA Healthcare; Winter Haven (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

HCA Healthcare seeks a Registered Respiratory Therapist to join our critical care team. You will assess, plan, and deliver advanced respiratory care to acutely ill patients, including ventilator management and oxygen therapy.

Collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary team to optimize outcomes and participate in education for patients and families. You will follow evidence-based protocols, maintain accurate documentation, ensure equipment safety, and contribute to a culture of

Qualifications

• Assess and plan advanced respiratory care for acutely ill patients.
• Follow evidence-based respiratory care protocols.
• Care for patients on ventilators and with oxygen therapy.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan and deliver advanced respiratory care for acutely ill patients.
• Ventilator management and airway support as needed.
• Provide oxygen therapy and interpret monitoring results.

Skills

Ventilator management

Oxygen therapy

Emergency airway support

Documentation

Patient education

Job description

HCA Healthcare is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist for our critical care team. In this role, you will assess, plan, and deliver advanced respiratory care to acutely ill patients, including ventilator management, oxygen therapy, and emergency airway support. You will collaborate closely with physicians and the interdisciplinary team, interpret diagnostic tests, and adjust treatment plans to optimize outcomes. The therapist will follow evidence‑based protocols, maintain accurate documentation, ensure equipment safety, and educate patients and families while contributing to a culture of compassion, teamwork, and continuous learning.