Registered Respiratory Therapist, PRN, Baptist Downtown

About Baptist HealthRecognized as a top place to work in health care, Baptist Health cares for more patients in Northeast Florida than any other provider, ranking as “most preferred” for more than 30 years. We’re Jacksonville's only locally governed, faith-based, not-for-profit health system and provide a full spectrum of preventive and specialty care through 200+ locations and six hospitals. Our centers of excellence include Baptist MD Anderson Cancer Center, Baptist Heart Hospital, Baptist Neurological Institute and Wolfson Children's Hospital.Job Description*Eligible for up to $1,000 Sign on bonus and Relocation Assistance if hired*Baptist Health is seeking to add a Registered Respiratory Therapist to our Downtown location. This is a PRN shift opportunity.At Baptist Health, a Respiratory Therapist is responsible for assessing, treating, and caring for patients with respiratory or breathing disorders. This role involves administering respiratory therapy treatments, performing diagnostic pulmonary function tests, managing and monitoring mechanical ventilators, and providing patient education and respiratory care support. The Respiratory Therapist collaborates with physicians and healthcare teams to deliver safe, effective, and high-quality patient care.As a Respiratory Therapist, you will be responsible for:Assessing, diagnosing, and treating patients with breathing disordersAdministering respiratory therapiesPerforming and interpreting diagnostic testsMonitoring and managing mechanical ventilators for patients who require respiratory supportCollaborating with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized treatment plansProviding patient education and support on proper breathing techniques, medication usage, and lifestyle changesMaintaining accurate and complete patient assessments, treatments, and progress documentationEducation & Credential Requirements:Certificate RequiredAssociate of Science PreferredBasic Life Support (BLS) RequiredAdvanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Preferred OrRegistered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Preferred OrPediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Preferred OrNeonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification Preferred OrLicensed Respiratory Therapist (RRT) RequiredFlorida Licensed Respiratory Therapist PreferredIf you are interested in this a PRN shift opportunity, please apply now or contact View email address on click.appcast.io Jacksonville is a Magnet-designated hospital, recognized as the gold standard for excellence in patient care. We proudly serve families throughout the region with high-quality, comprehensive care for every stage of life.Primary Location:Downtown - Main Building #J-18808-Ljbffr