Respiratory Therapy Director: Ventilator Care Leader

Locust Ridge Nursing Home; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Locust Healthcare, LLC is seeking an experienced Director of Respiratory Therapy to lead our ventilator and respiratory services within a skilled nursing setting. This patient-centric leadership role focuses on clinical excellence, team development, and high-quality ventilator care.

The Director will oversee staffing, policy development, and collaboration with nursing leadership to optimize patient outcomes and ensure survey readiness across the facility.

Qualifications

• Active Respiratory Therapist license (RRT preferred) in the state of Ohio.
• Significant ventilator experience in SNF, LTACH, ICU or hospital settings.
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of ventilator management, trach care, and respiratory protocols.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Experience in skilled nursing or long-term care strongly preferred.
• Commitment to compassionate, resident-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight of the respiratory therapy and ventilator program.
• Ensure appropriate staffing, scheduling, and coverage for RT services.
• Oversee ventilator management, trach care, and respiratory treatments.
• Develop, review, and maintain respiratory therapy policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations and survey readiness.
• Serve as a clinical resource and mentor to respiratory therapy staff.
• Collaborate with nursing leadership and physicians on care planning and outcomes.
• Participate in admissions, resident assessments, and discharge planning as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Ventilator management

Staff development

Communication

Regulatory compliance

Nursing collaboration

Job description

Locust Healthcare, LLC is seeking an experienced Director of Respiratory Therapy to lead our ventilator and respiratory services within a skilled nursing setting. This patient-centric leadership role focuses on clinical excellence, team development, and high-quality ventilator care.

The Director will oversee staffing, policy development, and collaboration with nursing leadership to optimize patient outcomes and ensure survey readiness across the facility.