Advanced Respiratory Therapist Nights Wesley Chapel

Benefits and Perks 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) Location

2600 BRUCE B DOWNS BLVD, WESLEY CHAPEL, FL 33544

Job Description Responsible for the safe and effective administration of medically prescribed medications, knowing their indications and contraindications. Knows and follows the indications and contraindications, the policy and procedures in administering therapeutic modalities to include: PAP, IS, USN, HHN. Recommends changes in respiratory care plans based on documented medical necessity and established protocols. Instructs and coaches patients before, during, and after treatment delivery, preventing and resolving side effects. Adjusts therapies according to protocol and documented clinical criteria, using data such as pulse oximetry, peak flow measurement, chest x‑ray, and lab work. Serves as a resource to staff, providing training and instruction to cardiopulmonary and other staff, and supervising student preceptorship programs. Initiates and maintains mechanical ventilation, determining ventilator mode and settings and reevaluating patient/ventilator interface every four hours. Draws and analyzes arterial blood gases, places arterial lines, and makes or recommends changes in respiratory management based on blood gas results. Responds to emergencies, establishing and maintaining airways and performing CPR. Operates as support staff for cardiopulmonary diagnostics, performing cardiac stress testing, setting up and discontinuing holter monitors, electrocardiograms, pulmonary function testing, and electroencephalograms per facility needs. Provides assistance with additional services such as conscious sedation, broncho thermaplasty, bedside bronchoscopy, endobronchial ultrasound, navigational bronchoscopy, and trans‑radial band removal per facility needs. Maintains a supportive atmosphere conducive to quality care, department growth, staff development, and high morale. Supervises the delivery of cardiopulmonary care in accordance with applicable policies and procedures. Monitors patient progress by ensuring effective therapist assessment and reassessment. Other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Patient care skills to care for neonatal, infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patient populations are required. Intubations and airway management for all populations served. (Preferred) Ventilator Management for all populations served. (Preferred) Arterial line placements. (Preferred) Must demonstrate exceptional clinical skills with potential leadership qualities. (Preferred) Must be a graduate of an approved school of respiratory therapy or have equivalent training. (Required) Experience in an acute care environment is necessary, with expertise in blood gas laboratory management. (Required) Routinely assesses the respiratory status of the patient and initiates re‑evaluation of therapy when indicated. Identifies immediate/potential problems and takes appropriate action, prioritizing to provide the proper response to patient needs. (Required) Serves as an educational resource to other staff members, patients, and family members. (Required) Communicates effectively and documents thoroughly. Seeks to continuously improve both individual and group performance, maintaining high professional standards. Customer service is always the primary objective in day‑to‑day interactions. Displays work habits which are considerate of others, safe, and orderly. (Required) Individuals must possess these knowledge, skills, and abilities and be able to explain and demonstrate that they can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities. (Required) Education Graduate of an AMA accredited 2‑year (AS degree) Respiratory Care Program upon hire. (Required) Bachelor's. (Preferred) Field Of Study In Respiratory Care or Cardiopulmonary Science Work Experience 3+ years of hospital experience as RRT. (Required) Licenses and Certifications FL License Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT). (Required) Active and Current NBRC License as a Registered Respiratory Therapist through the National Board of Respiratory Care. (Required) Current American Heart Association BLS certification or RQI upon hire, then renewed quarterly following RQI protocols. American Heart Association ACLS certification or RQI required within 2 weeks of hire date, then renewed quarterly following RQI protocols. American Heart Association PALS certification or RQI within 90 days of hire date, then renewed quarterly following RQI protocols. NRP within 90 days of hire date. STABLE Education within 6 months of hire date. Physical Requirements Physical Requirements - Pay Range $26.08 - $48.50 Equal Opportunity Employment This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti‑discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. #J-18808-Ljbffr AdventHealth