Registered Respiratory Therapist - Cape Coral Hospital

Overview

Location: Cape Coral Hospital - 636 Del Prado Blvd Cape Coral FL 33990

Department: Respiratory Care

Work Type: Full Time

Shift: Shift 3/6:45:00 PM to 7:15:00 AM

Hiring Range: $27.81 - $45.55 / hour + $6.00 shift differential for nights

Join Lee Health as a Registered Respiratory Therapist: A Place Where You Matter. We are looking to expand our Respiratory Team at Cape Coral Hospital to work alongside our award-winning OB Team to help stabilize our neonate patients. The preferred candidate will have prior experience in OB and/or Neonatal Stabilization or be willing to be trained in these areas.

Comprised of over 400 Respiratory team members, the Respiratory Care team provides a wide range of specialized services to support patients with acute and chronic pulmonary conditions in the hospital setting. Services include core respiratory therapy, pulmonary rehabilitation, asthma and COPD education, pulmonary function testing, and interventional procedures such as bronchoscopies and thoracentesis. The team also supports advanced diagnostics through robotic-assisted bronchoscopy and collaborates with the multidisciplinary Lung Nodule Clinic for lung cancer screening and evaluation.

Respiratory therapists manage ventilators, provide airway support, and deliver high-quality, patient-centered care across critical care and acute care units.

• Up to $25,500 in Hiring Incentives (if eligible)
• Exceptional Benefits: medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Well-Being Support: holistic health resources and mental wellness programs
• Professional Development: earn a 6% pay increase upon completing ACCS or NPS certification
• Retirement Match up to 5%
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility
• Generous Paid Time Off and flexible scheduling options
• Expense-paid on-site interviews for eligible candidates

Cape Coral Hospital is a 303-bed acute care facility and the only Lee Health hospital located in the heart of Cape Coral. The hospital provides a full range of respiratory services across acute and critical care areas, including ICU and emergency department. The team supports 23 birthing suites, where respiratory care plays a key role in every OR and high-risk neonatal delivery.

The department’s dedication to continuous learning is reflected in advanced training in non-invasive ventilation, ventilator weaning protocols, and ION robotic bronchoscopy support.

Registered Respiratory Therapists administer all therapeutic, diagnostic, and mechanical modalities under the purview of Respiratory Care Services. They perform procedures with demonstrated proficiency and in accordance with department policies, procedures, and guidelines. Responsibilities include delivery of Respiratory Care to patients of all ages, include therapeutic treatments, oxygen therapy, arterial blood gas draws and analysis, ventilator management, and airway management. May assess staff blood gas competencies if qualified as a Technical Consultant.

Educational Requirements: Associate's degree required;
Bachelor's degree required to perform duties of a Technical Consultant

Experience Requirements: OB/NICU stabilization experience strongly preferred

State of Florida Licensure Requirements: Registered Respiratory Therapist License

Certifications/Registration Requirements: Credentialed by the National Board for Respiratory Care as an RRT; BLS required; ACLS, PALS, and NRP required as appropriate to population served and must be obtained within 6 months of hire where needed.

Lee Health is one of Florida’s largest not-for-profit health systems, ranked among the top 25% of hospitals nationwide by Health grades. Our system includes four acute care hospitals, over 100 physician practice locations, and expanding Home Health and Skilled Nursing services. With more than 17,000 employees and 2,500 medical staff, we serve over two million patient contacts each year. Our mission is to be a trusted partner, empowering healthier lives through care and compassion, and our vision is to inspire hope and be a national leader in health and healing.

We live our values—Respect, Excellence, Compassion, and Education—by fostering integrity and delivering exceptional care.

Apply today and join a team that values your expertise, supports your growth, and celebrates your impact.

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Cape Coral Hospital - 636 Del Prado Blvd Cape Coral FL 33990

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