Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Location

Fort Pierce, Florida

Facility

HCA Florida Lawnwood Hospital

Job Type

Full-Time

Shift

Nights (Rotating Weekends)

Position Summary

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to join our patient care team at HCA Florida Lawnwood Hospital. In this role, you will provide high-quality respiratory care to patients requiring diagnostic evaluation, therapeutic treatment, and ventilator management. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced acute care environment and demonstrate strong clinical judgment during routine and emergent situations.

Facility Highlights

• 380-bed acute care hospital
• Leading Heart Institute on the Treasure Coast
• Open-heart surgery services
• Labor & Delivery
• Pediatrics
• Orthopedics
• Oncology
• Nuclear Medicine
• Adult and Pediatric Emergency Services
• Inpatient and Outpatient Surgical Services

Key Responsibilities

• Perform and document respiratory patient assessments
• Evaluate breath sounds, airway patency, and cuff pressures
• Conduct diagnostic testing to determine respiratory therapy needs
• Administer oxygen therapy, aerosol treatments, and chest physiotherapy
• Assist with placement of artificial airways
• Initiate, monitor, and manage invasive and noninvasive mechanical ventilation
• Monitor patient response to treatment and intervene as needed
• Notify physicians/providers of changes in patient condition
• Assist with transport of ventilator-dependent patients
• Respond to emergency airway and resuscitation situations
• Ensure proper documentation and compliance with standards of care

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Respiratory Therapy required
• Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential required
• Current Florida Respiratory Therapist/Practitioner license required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 30 days of hire
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required within 30 days of hire

Preferred Skills

• Strong ventilator management experience
• Critical care or acute care hospital experience preferred
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to remain calm in emergency situations
• Strong assessment and problem-solving abilities

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Night shift differential
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Career advancement opportunities