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Respiratory Therapist NICU EMS
- AdventHealth (Wesley Chapel, FL)
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Our promise to you:
Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that **together** we are even better.
All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:
+ Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
+ Paid Time Off from Day One
+ 403-B Retirement Plan
+ 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
+ Career Development
+ Whole Person Well-being Resources
+ Mental Health Resources and Support
+ Pet Benefits
Schedule:
Full time
Shift:
Day (United States of America)
Address:
2600 BRUCE B DOWNS BLVD
City:
WESLEY CHAPEL
State:
Florida
Postal Code:
33544
Job Description:
Schedule: 36 Hours per week
Performs hemodynamic procedures, including arterial cannulation. Participates in continuous learning and professional development to maintain and enhance skills. Performs respiratory therapies, recommending the most efficient delivery method per protocol. Utilizes patient assessment skills, protocols, chart review, and multidisciplinary team consultations to determine therapy efficacy and make appropriate recommendations and changes. Conducts airway maintenance, including but not limited to: manual resuscitators, suctioning, extubating, tracheostomy tube insertion, trach tube changes, oral and nasal pharyngeal airway insertion, endotracheal intubation, and procedural respiratory support. Achieves optimal respiratory support by administering oxygen, Heliox, Nitric Oxide, and Nitrogen; administer medications to the respiratory system; facilitate lung expansion and bronchial hygiene; and provide non-invasive, invasive, and advanced modes of mechanical ventilation. Initiates, maintains, transports, and monitors mechanical ventilators, including conventional and advanced modes of ventilation per policy and procedure, and monitors therapies. Manages transitional care and home ventilators. Provides support to the respiratory care team, ensuring adherence to protocols and standards. Practices standard precautions and enforces safety regulations according to hospital policies. Accurately documents and charges for procedures to meet quality standards set by the department and hospital. Performs ABG Puncture, analysis, and arterial cannulation. Performs CBG puncture and analysis. Conducts Co-oximetry analysis. Utilizes Transcutaneous CO2 monitoring. Responds immediately to Code Blue emergencies, providing CPR according to American Heart Association guidelines. Other duties as assigned.
The expertise and experiences you’ll need to succeed:
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Associate (Required)Advanced Cardiac Life Support Cert (ACLS) - Accredited Issuing Body, Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) - Accredited Issuing Body, Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) - Accredited Issuing Body, Pediatric Advanced Life Support Cert (PALS) - Accredited Issuing Body, State Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - EV Accredited Issuing Body
Pay Range:
$26.08 - $53.35
_This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances._
**Category:** Respiratory Services
**Organization:** AdventHealth Wesley Chapel
**Schedule:** Full time
**Shift:** Day
**Req ID:** 150662268
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