Respiratory Therapist Critical Care PRN NIGHTS

AdventHealth; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 67,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off from Day One

403-B Retirement Plan

Parental Leave

Career Development

Mental Health Resources

Pet Benefits

Job summary

AdventHealth East Orlando and AdventHealth Waterford Lakes ER in Orlando, FL are seeking a Respiratory Therapist for the night shift to support patient care across two locations. You will perform arterial blood gases, manage ventilation, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to improve patient outcomes.

Required are an Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy, NBRC credential, BLS certification, and 1+ year of critical care experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Associates degree required.
• Field of study: Respiratory Therapy or Cardiopulmonary Science.
• NBRC credential must be maintained as a condition of continued role eligibility.
• BLS and RRT certifications are required.

Responsibilities

• Documents and charges for procedures accurately and completely.
• Demonstrates collaboration and teamwork in assisting with patient flow.
• Practices standard precautions and enforces safety regulations.
• Interprets evaluations and test results to determine treatment plans with the team.
• Responds to Code Blue emergencies with CPR per AHA guidelines.
• Performs respiratory and oxygen delivery therapies and recommends delivery methods.
• Obtains and reports arterial blood gases and co-oximetry results.
• Maintains airway management and ventilator support per protocol.
• Assesses patients and makes therapy adjustments with cost/time efficiency.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Patient care skills

Education

Associate

Respiratory Therapy

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:

PRN

Shift:

Night (United States of America)

Address:

7727 LAKE UNDERHILL RD

City:

ORLANDO

State:

Florida

Postal Code:

32822

Job Description:

Night shift 6:45am-7:15pm. Weekend and holiday as well as Occasional evening or night coverage may be required

Location:

AdventHealth East Orlando - 7727 Lake Underhill Rd, Orlando, FL 32822

AdventHealth Waterford Lakes ER - 13691 E Colonial Dr, Orlando, FL 32826

• Documents and charges for procedures accurately and completely.
• Demonstrates collaboration and teamwork in assisting with patient flow.
• Practices standard precautions and enforces safety regulations according to hospital policies.
• Interprets evaluations and test results to determine appropriate treatment plans in consultation with interdisciplinary healthcare team.
• Responds to all Code Blue emergencies immediately providing CPR according to the American Heart Association and performs other duties as directed.
• Performs respiratory and oxygen delivery therapies and makes recommendations to the most efficient delivery method per protocol.
• Obtains, analyzes and reports findings of arterial blood gases and co-oximetry; performs quality controls as needed.
• Performs airway maintenance including: proper use of manual resuscitators, oral and nasal pharyngeal airway insertion, and airway suctioning. Initiates, maintains, transports, and monitors mechanical ventilators to include basic conventional modes of ventilation per policy and procedure.
• Utilizes patient assessment skills, protocols, chart review, and confers with multidisciplinary team to determine efficacy of therapy in a cost and time efficient manner making appropriate recommendations and changes per department protocol.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Patient care skills to care for neonatal, infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patient populations per hospital needs. [Required]

Education:

• Associate [Required]

Field of Study:

• in Respiratory Therapy or Cardiopulmonary Science

Work Experience:

• 1+ critical care experience [Preferred]

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:

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

Physical Requirements:

• Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/2vvwrzem

Pay Range:

$26.33 - $48.98

Background Screening Requirement (Florida Law)

Certain positions are subject 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.