Respiratory Therapist - District Float Pool​/Per Diem​/Nights

Respiratory Therapist - District Float Pool – FT/PT/Per Diem – Days/Nights - Up to $10K Sign on Bonus - MHS

Location:

Hollywood, Florida

Patients depend on our team for the best in evidence-based care and innovative therapies, such as inhaled nitric oxide, high-frequency oscillation, and invasive and non-invasive ventilator support modalities. Opportunities exist for motivated Registered Respiratory Therapists (and Certified Respiratory Therapy Technicians) with the skills to provide a high level of quality service in settings including the ED, Trauma and Critical Care.

Provides care for patients on assigned units in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and with the policies, values, and mission of the organization. Opportunities available for Full time, Part time and Per Diem, Day and Night shifts. $20K Sign on Bonus available for Full Time. $10K Sign on Bonus available for Part Time.

• Evaluates respiratory care policies and procedures based on patient outcomes, current research, and best practices.
• Delivers and assesses response to ordered therapy per plan of care.
• Monitors, documents, and communicates patient condition as appropriate.
• Demonstrates flexibility and competency to provide patient care throughout the South Broward Hospital District to a variety of patient populations.
• Educates the patient and family about the patient's illness and provides information about community resources.
• Assesses patient condition and delivers appropriate treatment.
• Responds to codes and calls for emergent assistance, support groups, and other resources.

• Accountability
• Arterial blood gas sampling
• Artificial airway care/maintenance
• Customer service
• HFNC/VAPOTHERM
• Mechanical ventilation weaning/pulmonary mechanics
• Non-invasive positive pressure ventilation (NIPPV)
• Patient and family centered care
• Responding to change
• Standards of behavior

• Accredited Respiratory Therapy Program (required)
• ACLS (American Heart Association) and related credentials as specified (e.g., ACLS AHA ECARD, ACLS AHA-RQI ECARD)
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) for NICU areas
• PALS ( Pediatrics) for pediatric areas
• PBRT:
  Registered Respiratory Therapist license - Florida
• Other credentials per state and facility requirements

Complexity of work requires critical thinking, effective communication, decisive judgment, and the ability to build positive relationships. The incumbent may work across the South Broward Hospital District in various units and patient populations. Two (2) years of experience in an acute care setting is required.

Certifications:

BLS, NRP, PALS, ACLS; license requirements per Florida.

• Bending and stooping, standing, walking, pushing/pulling, lifting/carrying up to and over 75 lbs
• Frequent depth perception, color vision, hearing and speaking abilities
• Exposure to biohazards, blood and body fluids, and various chemicals
• Repetitive movements and equipment handling; computer use

Shift: Nights

Disclaimer: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions. It indicates the general nature and level of work performed.

Equal Employment Opportunity: Memorial Healthcare System is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. We recruit, hire, and promote qualified candidates without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any factor prohibited by law. Veteran’s Preference is offered to former military personnel, reservists and military spouses.

Employment is conditional on post-offer, pre-placement assessment, including drug testing.

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