Respiratory Therapist Nights

AdventHealth; Kissimmee (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental

Paid Time Off from Day One

403-B Retirement Plan

Parental Leave

Career Development

Well-being Resources

Mental Health Resources

Pet Benefits

Job summary

AdventHealth in Celebration, Florida is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for the night shift to support critical care patients. You will respond to Code Blue events, manage ventilator support, and collaborate with the healthcare team to optimize therapy and patient flow.

Requirements include an Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy, NBRC credentials (RRT preferred), BLS, and 1+ year of critical care experience preferred. Night shift with competitive compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy (Required).
• NBRC credential maintained; RRT preferred.
• BLS certification 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 according to hospital policies.
• Interprets evaluations and test results to determine appropriate treatment plans in consultation with interdisciplinary healthcare team.
• Responds to Code Blue emergencies providing CPR.
• Performs respiratory and oxygen delivery therapies and recommends delivery method per protocol.
• Obtains and analyzes arterial blood gases and reports findings.

Skills

Critical care experience

Education

Associate Degree

Respiratory Therapy or Cardiopulmonary Science

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:

400 CELEBRATION PL

City:

CELEBRATION

State:

Florida

Postal Code:

34747

Job Description:

Shift:

7pm-7am

Sign On Bonus:

$15,000 for eligible applicants

Relocation Bonus:

$5,000 for eligible applicants

• 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.

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.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]

• State Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) [Required]

• NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) [Preferred]

Physical Requirements:

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• 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.