Registered Respiratory Therapist

Texas Nursing Services • Fort Pierce, FL

25d • $30 - $42 • Onsite

About The Position

A full-service acute care hospital in the Fort Pierce region is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to join its respiratory care team. This role supports adult and pediatric patients across high-acuity environments, including emergency care, critical care, surgical services, cardiology, and general inpatient units. Therapists in this setting play a key role in airway management, ventilation support, and diagnostic respiratory procedures.

Requirements

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT/RCP) credential and state licensure.
• Associate Degree in Respiratory Care or related field.
• BLS certification (within 30 days of hire).
• ACLS certification (within 30 days of hire).

Nice To Haves

• Experience in an acute-care respiratory department.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including breath sounds, airway patency, and ventilation parameters.
• Conduct diagnostic respiratory tests and evaluate patient responses to therapy.
• Administer oxygen therapy, aerosolized medications, chest physiotherapy, and other respiratory treatments.
• Assist with artificial airway placement and provide ongoing airway management support.
• Initiate, monitor, and adjust invasive and noninvasive mechanical ventilation.
• Document all treatments, assessments, and clinical changes accurately and in a timely manner.
• Respond to emergency situations, ensuring airway integrity and adequate ventilation during resuscitation.
• Safely transport ventilator-dependent patients within the hospital.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly compensation based on years of experience.
• Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance considered case-by-case.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance options.
• 401(k) with employer match and employee stock purchase program.
• Tuition assistance, certification support, and continuing education resources.
• Paid time off, paid family leave, and disability benefits.
• Employee wellness programs, counseling support, and additional voluntary benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees