What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Respiratory Therapist position at Texas Nursing Services?
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) — Nights | Level II Trauma | Cardiovascular Program
Pay: $28.00 – $40.00/hr (experience-based; top of range typically ≥12 yrs)
Sign-On Bonus: $15,000
Relocation: Case-by-case
Schedule: Nights • Rotating Weekends • Full-time
Location: Sanford, FL (Seminole/West Volusia County)
Overview
Join a 220 bed acute care Level II Trauma hospital with the region’s only full-service cardiovascular program (open-heart, interventional cardiology, EP, rehab). You’ll manage ventilated and non-invasive patients across critical and acute settings and gain targeted Vascular Access upskilling in a high-acuity environment.
Responsibilities
Perform comprehensive respiratory assessments (breath sounds, airway patency, cuff pressure) and document timely, accurate findings.
Administer therapies: oxygen delivery, aerosol meds, chest physiotherapy, bronchial hygiene.
Initiate/monitor/maintain invasive & noninvasive mechanical ventilation; adjust settings per protocols/provider orders.
Assist with artificial airway placement; ensure airway integrity during transports and emergent events.
Execute diagnostic testing as indicated; monitor therapeutic response and escalate promptly to providers.
Respond to codes and emergent situations; support resuscitation and post-event stabilization.
Collaborate with nursing, providers, case management, and ancillary teams to optimize outcomes and throughput.
Qualifications
Required
RRT credential: NBRC and Florida state licensure (or eligibility).
Completion of an AMA-approved two-year respiratory care program (Associate or equivalent).
BLS within 30 days of start; ACLS, PALS, NRP within 6 months of start.
Experience
Flexible on experience — New grads considered only if they’ve just passed boards or are awaiting license and have no prior RT employment.
Prior acute/critical care and ventilator management experience is a plus.
Benefits
Comprehensive total rewards including medical/vision/dental, behavioral health, telemedicine, 401(k) with 100% match (3–9% by service years), Employee Stock Purchase Plan (10% discount), PTO & leaves, disability coverage, education assistance (tuition, student loan, certifications), wellness/EAP, and recognition programs. (Eligibility may vary.)
Keywords & Hashtags (Footnote)
RRT, Registered Respiratory Therapist, Respiratory Care, Ventilator Management, NIV, HFNC, Airway Management, Artificial Airways, Intubation Assistance, ABG/VBG, Chest Physiotherapy, Vascular Access, Level II Trauma, ICU, ED, Step-Down, Acute Care, Night Shift, Seminole County, Sanford, Lake Mary, Longwood, Deltona, DeBary, West Volusia, Central Florida.
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Salary : $28 - $40