Registered Respiratory Therapist II

AdventHealth; Daytona Beach (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

AdventHealth Daytona Beach is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to join our night shift team, delivering comprehensive care in a high-acuity setting.

The role includes performing respiratory therapies, arterial blood gas analysis, bronchoscopy support, and patient education while maintaining safety and quality standards. Florida RRT licensure and NBRC compliance are required, with emphasis on pediatric and neonatal care.

Qualifications

• Requires NBRC credential maintained; Florida-specific rules apply.
• Active State Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) required.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes patient assessments and reviews to determine therapy efficacy and recommendations.
• Assists physicians with bronchoscopy procedures and maintains equipment.
• Documents procedures and charges accurately to meet quality standards.
• Educates patients on therapy modalities and care benefits.
• Performs respiratory therapies and ventilator management per protocol and monitors outcomes.

Skills

ABG Puncture and Analysis

CPR and Airway Management

Oscillatory Chest Physiotherapy

Non-Invasive Oxygen Therapies

Ventilator Management

Bronchoscopy Support

End-Tidal CO2 Monitoring

Communication Skills

Pediatric/Neonatal Critical Care

Education

Associate's Degree

Tools

Ventilators

Bronchoscopy Equipment

Monitoring Devices

Job description

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It's about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits

Schedule:

Full time

Shift:

Night (United States of America)

Address:

301 MEMORIAL MEDICAL PKWY

City:

DAYTONA BEACH

State:

Florida

Postal Code:

32117

Job Description:

• Utilizes patient assessment skills, protocols, and chart reviews to determine therapy efficacy and makes appropriate recommendations.
• Assists physicians with diagnostic and therapeutic bronchoscopy procedures, including equipment setup and maintenance.
• Documents and charges for procedures accurately and thoroughly to meet quality standards.
• Provides effective patient education on therapy modalities to ensure understanding of care benefits.
• Demonstrates knowledge of infection control, safe body mechanics, and applicable regulations and standards.
• Proactively initiates process improvement ideas and assists with clinical instruction and staff precepting.
• Performs respiratory therapies and oxygen delivery therapies, making recommendations for the most efficient delivery method per protocol. Initiates, maintains, transports, and monitors mechanical ventilators, including conventional and non-conventional modes of ventilation.
• Performs airway maintenance tasks such as manual resuscitators, airway insertion, suctioning, extubation, and tracheostomy procedures.
• Responds immediately to Code Blue emergencies, providing CPR according to the American Heart Association guidelines.
• Obtains, analyzes, and reports arterial blood gases and co-oximetry findings, performing quality controls as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• ABG Puncture and Analysis [Required]
• CPR and basic Airway management and suctioning [Required]
• Oscillatory Chest Physiotherapy Applications [Required]
• Application Non-Invasive Oxygen Therapies & devices [Required]
• Respiratory Monitoring Pulse oximetry applications [Required]
• Medicated Aerosol Therapies, Bronchial Hygiene Therapies, Lung Expansion Therapies [Required]
• Basic Spirometry [Required]
• Routine Oxygen Delivery, Devices, and Oximetry [Required]
• Non-Invasive High Flow Therapy [Required]
• Non-Invasive Heliox Therapy [Required]
• Basic Tracheotomy Care [Required]
• Advanced Tracheostomy Care including tracheotomy change & de-cannulation [Required]
• Non-Invasive Bilevel Application & Management [Required]
• Invasive and Non-Invasive End Tidal Co2 Capnography Application & Monitoring [Required]
• Advanced Tracheostomy Care/Change out/de-cannulations [Required]
• Bronchoscopy Assist [Required]
• Advanced Conventional & Non-Conventional Ventilator Management [Required]
• Utilize and adapt to State of the Art Technology, Computer Systems and Applications [Required]
• Effective Oral and Written Communication [Required]
• Esophageal balloon manometry [Required]
• Ventilator waveform interpretation skills [Required]
• Application of inhaled Nitric Oxide gas and pulmonary vasodilator medications [Required]
• Pediatric and Neonatal critical care experience and skills [Required]

Education:

• Associate's [Required]

Field of Study:

• inRespiratory Therapy or Cardiopulmonary Science

Work Experience:

• 1+ years clinical experience in acute care setting [Required]

Additional Information:

• Additional licensure or certification requirements may apply depending on the specific unit or state in which this position is located. Please consult the relevant credential grid for detailed information regarding these requirements.
• NBRC credential must be maintained as a condition of continued role eligibility
• All States: require NBRC for new hires, and incumbents
• Florida Exception: legacy incumbents may continue working and may transfer within florida without a NBRC active credential, subject to an approved, time-limited transition period.

Licenses and Certifications:

• State Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) [Required]
• Active credentialedNBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) [Preferred]
• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]

Physical Requirements:

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Pay Range:

$26.33 - $48.98

Background Screening Requirement (Florida Law)

Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law.

Applicants may review general information about Florida’s background screening requirements at the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse:

https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.