Respiratory Therapist PRN

Texas Health Huguley FWS; DeLand (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Respiratory Therapist III to deliver cardiopulmonary care across various patient demographics. This role involves supervising care delivery, monitoring patient progress, and ensuring compliance with healthcare standards. The ideal candidate will have significant clinical experience, strong leadership skills, and relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years hospital experience as RRT or over 8 years as CRT.
• Registered (RRT) or certified (CRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care.
• Current BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provides routine, emergent, and critical cardiopulmonary care.
• Supervises delivery of care and monitors patient progress.
• Initiates and maintains mechanical ventilation.

Skills

Clinical Skills

Leadership

Patient Monitoring

Education

Associate degree in Respiratory Care

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Job Description - Respiratory Therapist PRN (25017645)

Job Number:

25017645

Description

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

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. 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.

Shift: Nights

The community you’ll be caring for: AdventHealth Waterman - 701 W PLYMOUTH AVE, Deland, 32720

The role you’ll contribute:

The Respiratory Therapist III provides routine, emergent, and critical cardiopulmonary care under the direction of a physician to neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients. Takes responsibility as Lead Therapist, covering in a supervisory capacity in the absence of a Lead Therapist. Adheres to the Corporate Compliance Plan, rules and regulations of all local, state, and federal agencies, and standards of accrediting bodies. Actively participates in outstanding customer service and maintains respectful relationships with all.

The value you’ll bring to the team:

• Supervises the delivery of cardiopulmonary care in accordance with applicable policies and procedures. Ensures effective assessment and reassessment by monitoring patient progress. Recommends changes in respiratory care plans based on medical necessity and established protocols.
• Monitors, instructs, and coaches patients before, during, and after treatment. Prevents and resolves side effects. Adjusts therapies according to protocols and clinical data such as pulse oximetry, peak flow, chest x-ray, lab results, etc.
• Serves as a resource to staff, trains and instructs cardiopulmonary and other staff, and may serve as instructor for BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP. Supports staff development and high morale.
• Initiates and maintains mechanical ventilation, determining ventilator modes and settings, reevaluating interfaces regularly, troubleshooting alarms, and facilitating weaning processes.

Qualifications

The expertise and experiences you’ll need to succeed:

• Minimum of 3 years hospital experience as RRT or over 8 years as CRT, with at least 1 year in critical care.
• Graduate of an approved respiratory care program; Associate degree or equivalent required.
• Registered (RRT) or certified (CRT) prior to 2000 by the National Board for Respiratory Care.
• Current BLS certification required.
• ACLS certification obtained within 90 days of employment.
• PALS and/or NRP certification obtained within 90 days of employment if required by the hospital.
• Valid Florida license issued by the Agency for Healthcare Administration of Florida.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Demonstrates exceptional clinical skills with potential leadership qualities.