Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Adults | VFT Nights | Winnie Palmer Hospital

Orlando Health•Orlando, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Orlando Health is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist - Adults with at least one year of Critical Care/ICU experience. The Registered Respiratory Therapist assesses, treats, and cares for patients with breathing disorders. They initiate and conduct therapeutic procedures, maintain patient records, and select, assemble, check, and operate equipment. Respiratory Therapists are integral members of the health care team who, in accordance with established protocols and under the guidance of the physician, help determine and deliver appropriate treatment for acute and chronic disorders of the pulmonary and cardiovascular systems. Respiratory Care services are provided based on departmental policies, processes, and guidelines. These services include therapeutic and diagnostic use of medical gases and administration apparatus; humidification and aerosol delivery; administration of drugs, medications, and therapies to the cardiopulmonary system; ventilatory support, including the maintenance and management of life support systems; breathing exercises; cardiopulmonary resuscitation; airway maintenance, including the insertion of artificial airways; specific testing techniques to assist in diagnosis, monitoring, and treatment; measurement of ventilator volumes, pressure, and flows; specimen collection and blood gas analysis and acid/base determinations; pulmonary functions and other related physiologic monitoring of cardiopulmonary systems; insertion and maintenance of arterial catheters and maintenance of hemodynamic monitoring devices. The Respiratory Care Departments at Orlando Health are available twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week. Licensure for the blood gas laboratory is by the Agency for Health Care Administration. Respiratory Therapists are licensed by the Florida Department of Health.

Requirements

Associate of Science in Respiratory Care or Cardiopulmonary Sciences. (If licensed prior to December 31, 1987, a certificate of completion from an approved Respiratory Care program will be accepted).
Intermediate floor training as defined on Orlando Health’s Respiratory Clinical Ladder.
Basic computer/mechanical training required.
Maintains license as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the State of Florida Department of Health.
Registered Respiratory Therapist credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). RRTs registered on or after July 1, 2002, must maintain an active status with the (NBRC) and be updated every five years. RRTs credentialed prior to July 1, 2002, are not required to renew every five years in accordance with the NBRC.
Maintains current BLS/HealthCare Provider certification.
Advanced Life Support as appropriate per unit and site.
At least 1 year Critical Care/ICU experience

Nice To Haves

Maintains active membership in the American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC) and Florida Association for Respiratory Care (FSRC)

Responsibilities

Demonstrates competency in respiratory therapeutics and in the use of non-invasive ventilators, pulmonary diagnostics, and other equipment required for the provision of respiratory care.
Maintains accurate and precise documentation.
Demonstrates a strong power of analytical reasoning and effectively blends patient care management skills with technical expertise.
Communicates openly and effectively with all members of the healthcare team.
Demonstrates proficiency in quality control and maintenance of arterial blood gas analyzers, specimen collection, and analysis of blood for gas transport and acid/base determination.
Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards.
Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures