What are the responsibilities and job description for the Respiratory Therapist Supervisor position at Centers Health Care?
Richmond Center is hiring a Respiratory Therapist Supervisor in Staten Island, NY.
Duties Include:
Richmond Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare is a 372-bed rehabilitation and skilled nursing facility located in the borough of Staten Island. Our size enables a warm, nurturing environment, which allows each resident to maintain his/her individuality. Our staff is committed to ensuring the highest quality of life for all our residents by maintaining each resident’s dignity and independence. Richmond Center is a proud member of the Centers Health Care consortium.
Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/D/V
Duties Include:
- Supervising and supporting Respiratory Therapists and respiratory support staff
- Creating and managing staff schedules to ensure appropriate departmental coverage
- Conducting staff evaluations, coaching, disciplinary actions, and performance write-ups as needed
- Overseeing respiratory documentation to ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely completion
- Ensuring adherence to facility policies, infection control standards, and regulatory requirements
- Interviewing and examining Residents regarding respiratory ailments
- Diagnosing respiratory conditions and assessing Resident lung capacities
- Reviewing test results and identifying respiratory concerns and treatment needs
- Administering and overseeing respiratory treatments and procedures
- Removing mucus and other fluids from Residents’ lungs and clearing airway obstructions when necessary
- Educating Residents and families on lung health, respiratory conditions, and disease prevention
- Instructing Residents and staff on proper respiratory equipment usage and respiratory care procedures
- Providing emergency respiratory care and resuscitation in cases of ceased breathing
- Collaborating with Physicians and interdisciplinary teams to develop and oversee Resident treatment plans
- Monitoring department operations and ensuring high-quality resident care and staff performance
- Assisting with staff training, onboarding, and ongoing education initiatives
- Demonstrating respect for Residents’ dignity, beliefs, and property.
- Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program
- Current New York State Respiratory Therapist license required
- Prior supervisory or leadership experience in respiratory care preferred
- Experience in skilled nursing, rehabilitation, or long-term care preferred
- Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills
- Excellent critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
- Knowledge of respiratory regulations, documentation standards, and infection control procedures
- Ability to effectively manage staff scheduling and departmental workflow
- Detail-oriented with strong time-management skills
- Current and valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required
Richmond Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare is a 372-bed rehabilitation and skilled nursing facility located in the borough of Staten Island. Our size enables a warm, nurturing environment, which allows each resident to maintain his/her individuality. Our staff is committed to ensuring the highest quality of life for all our residents by maintaining each resident’s dignity and independence. Richmond Center is a proud member of the Centers Health Care consortium.
Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/D/V
Salary : $120,000