Respiratory Therapist Critical Care Transport - FT - Days - $25K Sign on Bonus - JDCH

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 a variety of settings including the ED, Trauma and Critical Care. Our Transport program provides complete care for high acuity patients from infant to adolescent during inter-facility transport via ambulance or fixed wing. Transport Respiratory Therapists (RT) ensure continuity of care, medical management and safe transport of patients. From ventilatory/cardiac monitoring to ICU level of care, RT's work directly with doctors, nurses, other medical professionals to give best possible outcomes for patients.

Responsibilities

Implements patient population specific interventions based on individual patient needs; Organizes coordinates and prioritizes respiratory care activities considering the needs of the patient; Provides for a safe environment and safe delivery of care; Assesses the patient's cardio/pulmonary system according to professional practice standards and institutional policy/procedure; Demonstrates leadership in the delivery of patient care; Evaluates effectiveness of care and care coordination progressing patients toward desired outcomes.

Requirements

Accredited Program: Critical Care (Required); BLS American Heart E-Card (BLS AHA ECARD) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART); BLS Cert American Heart_non ecard (BLS AHA) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART); NRP Certification (NRP) - American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP); PALS American Heart_non ecard (PALS AHA) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART); PALS American Heart E-Card (PALS AHA ECARD) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART); Registered Respiratory Therapist (RT LICENSE) - State of Florida (FL); Three (3) years of Neonatal or Pediatric critical care experience required; Must complete Neonatal Pediatric Specialist within one (1) year of hire date: PFCCS - Pediatric Fundamental Critical Care Support; Neonatal Transport (MHS course); ACCOUNTABILITY; ARTERIAL BLOOD GAS SAMPLING - ARTERIAL PUNCTURE; 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

Benefits

$25K Sign on Bonus