Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Gainesville, FL
Job Type : Full-Time (on site)
Sign on bonus available up to - $25,000
Shifts Available :
- Nights (Rotating Weekends)
- Evenings (Rotating Weekends)
Description :
As a Respiratory Therapist, you will be responsible for delivering, setting up, and maintaining respiratory therapies and equipment, including oxygen, aerosol therapy, and ventilators. You will monitor patient responses, perform and interpret Arterial Blood Gases (ABGs), and collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure high-quality care. Additionally, you'll provide patient education and report any concerns about patient safety.
Key Responsibilities :
Administer and maintain therapies and equipment, including oxygen, aerosol therapy, and ventilatorsPerform and interpret Arterial Blood Gases (ABGs)Monitor patient responses and medication dosagesCommunicate effectively with physicians, patients, and the healthcare teamProvide patient educationRecognize and report any patient abuse or neglectQualifications :
Minimum 1 year of RRT experience in ICU, CVICU, NICU, PICU, or critical care (home care or long-term care experience may be considered)Florida State Respiratory LicenseNBRC - RRT / CRTBasic Cardiac Life Support (BLS)Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - Must obtain within 30 days of employmentNeonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) - Must obtain within 30 days of employmentPediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - Must obtain within 30 days of employmentBenefits :
All standard benefits are available