Respiratory Therapist - District Float Pool - Per Diem - Days - MHS
Core
Provides evidence-based respiratory care and innovative therapies (e.g., inhaled nitric oxide, high-frequency oscillation, ventilator support) to patients in ED, Trauma, and Critical Care settings across the South Broward Hospital District.
Role type
District Float Pool Respiratory Therapist
Builds
Patient care and respiratory therapy services for diverse populations in acute care units
Domain
Healthcare / Respiratory Therapy
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Mechanical ventilation, Arterial blood gas sampling, Artificial airway care, Non-invasive positive pressure ventilation, HFNC/Vapotherm, Pulmonary mechanics, Critical thinking, Decisive judgment
Preferred skills
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
Technologies
Mechanical ventilators, HFNC/Vapotherm, BLS/AHA E-Card
Responsibilities
Responds to codes and calls for emergent assistance, Educates patients and families about illness and community resources, Evaluates respiratory care policies based on patient outcomes, Assesses patient condition and delivers appropriate treatment, Monitors and documents patient condition, Demonstrates flexibility to provide care throughout the district