Respiratory Therapist - $10k Sign-On & Acute Care Impact

ScionHealth; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Kindred Hospital Melbourne and Acute Rehabilitation Unit (ARU) in Melbourne, FL, seeks a Respiratory Therapist to provide safe and competent respiratory care per physician orders. Responsibilities include ventilator management, ABG analysis, and patient assessment in a 58-bed hospital with LTAC and ARU beds.

The role requires current state license, NBRC credentials, and BLS/ACLS certifications. Excellent teamwork and effective communication with patients and staff are essential for quality care

Qualifications

• Respiratory Therapy education required for NBRC credentialing.
• Current Respiratory Therapy license in the appropriate state.
• BLS and ACLS certifications required.
• 1 year of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver respiratory care procedures per policy and protocols.
• Document and charge capture; maintain care plan elements.
• Verify and initiate physician orders for respiratory care.
• Manage oxygen delivery and ventilation devices; suction and airway care.
• Assist with airway management, intubation, and bronchoscopy when needed.
• Provide patient and family education; give handoffs to the team.
• Participate in rounds, in-services, and continuous training.

Skills

Stress management

Interpersonal skills

Lifespan care

Team player

English fluency

Attendance

Education

Respiratory Therapy credential

Tools

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

Job description

Kindred Hospital Melbourne and Acute Rehabilitation Unit (ARU) in Melbourne, FL, seeks a Respiratory Therapist to provide safe and competent respiratory care per physician orders. Responsibilities include ventilator management, ABG analysis, and patient assessment in a 58-bed hospital with LTAC and ARU beds.

The role requires current state license, NBRC credentials, and BLS/ACLS certifications. Excellent teamwork and effective communication with patients and staff are essential for quality care