Registered Respiratory Therapist - PRN NIGHT RRT

TriVent Healthcare; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Registered Respiratory Therapist to join their elite team in the Progressive Care Unit. This role involves providing critical care to ventilator-dependent patients and requires a compassionate approach as well as collaboration with a multidisciplinary healthcare team. The successful candidate will have a solid foundation in respiratory care practices and a commitment to enhancing patient outcomes. With a focus on teamwork and quality care, this position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of patients and their families.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Respiratory Care program is essential.
• Two years of experience in an acute care setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and recommend treatment plans for patients.
• Document patient's evolution and progress reports.

Skills

Patient Care

Collaboration

Compassionate Attitude

Documentation Skills

Education

Accredited Respiratory Care Program

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

Tools

Oxygen and Therapeutic Gas Equipment

Job description

Registered Respiratory Therapist - PRN NIGHT RRT

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Job Description

The Progressive Care Unit at Tampa General Hospital is an elite team of acute care professionals who treat catastrophically ill, medically complex patients requiring extended acute care. Most patients are ventilator dependent with multiple co-morbidities. The successful candidate will have experience working as a Respiratory Therapist in a hospital setting, a compassionate and caring attitude, and a proven ability to work collaboratively.

Registered Respiratory Therapists are responsible for independently utilizing current respiratory care administration and monitoring practices in accordance with physician's orders. As a critical part of our patient care team, you will collaborate with physicians, registered nurses, nursing assistants, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and physical therapy to provide superior quality of care.

Responsibilities include:

• Evaluating and recommending treatment plans to help patients reach maximum performance levels through therapy.
• Documenting patient's evolution and progress reports.
• Operating various oxygen and therapeutic gas and mist inhalation equipment.
• Establishing and maintaining effective interpersonal relationships with patients, their families, and the healthcare team.

Schedule:

• 12-hour shifts
• PM shift available

Qualifications:

• Successful completion of an accredited Respiratory Care program.
• Two years of experience in an acute care setting preferred.
• Current State of Florida Registered Respiratory Therapist licensure.
• BLS and ACLS certifications required.

TriVent Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. We do not discriminate based on legally protected characteristics.