RRT II - Respiratory Therapy - Full Time - Nights

Position Summary

The Registered Respiratory Care Practitioner will perform all respiratory care techniques in both critical and non‑critical care areas. They will assist and advise staff Certified Respiratory Practitioners.

Responsibilities

• Aerosol therapy
• Oxygen therapy
• Chest physiotherapy (CPT)
• Incentive spirometry
• Mechanical ventilation
• Arterial blood gases
• Pulmonary function testing
• Pulse oximetry
• Assist with fiberoptic bronchoscopy
• Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapist program with an Associate’s degree
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification by the NBRC
• Current Florida RT or TT license (CRT accepted if converted to RRT within 36 months of hire)
• American Heart Association BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification within 90 days of hire

Team Member Competencies

• Establishing Relationships: Builds effective networks and alliances, relates to people of all backgrounds, and finds common interests to build rapport.
• Peer Support: Provides guidance and feedback to strengthen knowledge and skills, helping others solve problems and perform effectively.
• Inspiring and Motivating Others: Fosters commitment and cohesiveness, facilitates cooperation, and ensures positive workflow through teamwork.
• Demonstrating Emotional Intelligence: Exercises self‑leadership, self‑awareness, and self‑regulation; leads with adaptability, empathy, and strong social skills.
• Acting with Integrity: Interacts directly and truthfully, maintains confidence and follows through on commitments, aligning actions with personal and organizational values.
• Champion for Change and Innovation: Supports creative problem‑solving, generates novel ideas, and adapts to new processes.
• Communicating Effectively: Speaks and writes clearly, tailors messages to the audience, listens attentively, and uses tact, discretion, and diplomacy.
• Promoting Diversity and Inclusion: Treats all people with dignity, demonstrates open‑mindedness, challenges bias, and encourages culturally diverse practices.

Physical Requirements

• Stooping, sitting, standing, and walking for long periods
• Frequent assistance with lifting patients and heavy equipment
• Ability to push/pull up to 40 lb and carry/lift up to 50 lb
• Work in a stressful environment, independently making sound decisions
• Detail‑oriented, alert, and self‑motivated

Threshold Requirements

• Annual Joint Commission mandatory education requirements, in‑service, and health requirements (including new employee orientation)
• TB/PPD surveillance program
• Maintenance of required professional licensing and/or certifications