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The Savoy at Fort Lauderdale Rehabilitation and Nursing Center

Weekend PRN Respiratory Therapist

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A Respiratory Therapist assists patients who have trouble breathing because of a chronic respiratory illness, trauma, or other conditions. Administers tests to diagnose breathing problems, performs treatments to help patients breathe easier, or sets up breathing equipment such as ventilators. Works closely with physicians and other healthcare workers, and may also assist in providing emergency care to patients suffering from heart attacks, drowning, or shock. Works in hospitals; may also provide care and counseling to patients in their homes.

$61,904 / year median in Florida

+12% projected growth

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The Savoy at Fort Lauderdale Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is seeking a Weekend PRN Respiratory Therapist to deliver high-quality respiratory care to our residents. Responsibilities include performing assessments, administering therapies, managing oxygen and ventilator support, and monitoring patient responses. The therapist will collaborate with nurses, physicians, and the interdisciplinary team to develop and adjust care plans. Ideal candidates are compassionate, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a skilled nursing environment focused on dignity, safety, and strong clinical outcomes. Responsibilities Perform comprehensive respiratory assessments for residents and document findings Administer respiratory treatments, including oxygen therapy, nebulizer and aerosol therapies Monitor residents' respiratory status and adjust treatments per protocols and physician orders Manage and troubleshoot ventilators and respiratory equipment safely Collaborate with nurses, physicians, and the interdisciplinary team on care plans Educate residents and families on respiratory treatments and equipment use Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the EMRFollow infection control, safety, and regulatory standards Participate in care conferences and quality improvement initiatives as needed Required Skills Respiratory therapy Ventilator management Oxygen therapy administration Nebulizer and aerosol treatments Pulmonary function assessment Arterial blood gas interpretation Patient monitoring and documentation Infection control practices Interdisciplinary collaboration Electronic medical records (EMR)