Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Nights

External Respiratory Therapy applicants with at least 1 year of experience may be eligible for a generous sign-on incentive of $15,000 for this Full time opportunity. Relocation assistance may also be available. Ask a recruiter about your eligibility today! Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like family! Jump-start your career as a(an) Respiratory Therapist RRT - Nights today with HCA Florida Northside Hospital. Job Summary and Qualifications We are currently looking for an ambitious Registered Respiratory Therapist to help us reach our goals. As a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) on our team, you will evaluate the respiratory needs of and develop and implement the Respiratory Care Plan for your patients. We are an amazing team who works hard to support each other and are seeking a phenomenal addition like you who feels patient care is as meaningful as we do. Take the next step in your career with HCA Florida Healthcare. Your duties and responsibilities may include: You will be responsible for the application and operation of acute care ventilators used for continuous short and long-term mechanical ventilation You must be self-directed in the absence of the Full time Team Leader You will maintain all department and hospital records and enter accurate information into the hospital computer for the therapy as given You will perform your procedures with care and empathy for our patients

Requirements:

Current Florida Registered Respiratory Therapist licensure Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required; ACLS, PALS and NRP within 6 months of hire Graduate of Respiratory Care program accredited by the Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) Frequent standing, bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling and moving equipment Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate actions in volatile situations Customer service abilities including effective listening skills Benefits HCA Florida Northside Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include: Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence Savings and retirement resources , including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts Learn more about

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Eligibility for benefits may vary by location. Northside Hospital is a 280+ bed facility offering state-of-the-art treatment. We are located in the heart of South Pinellas County. We're minutes from the pristine Gulf Coast beaches and downtown St. Petersburg, FL. Our facility offers a full range of services. These include interventional stroke care, and spine care. These also include orthopedics, 24-hour emergency services, cardiac care and general surgery. We are the first nationally recognized Comprehensive Stroke Center in Pinellas County. Northside Hospital is proud of our recognition as an Accredited Chest Pain Center with PCI. We are an American College of Radiology Accredited facility. We are a Top Performer on Key Quality Measures. The Tampa Bay Heart Institute at Northside Hospital is a comprehensive cardiac care center. Our heart program is widely known for introducing new procedures. The team at Northside Hospital continues to expand its services. We strive to give the St. Petersburg community a healthier tomorrow. HCA Healthcare has been named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere Institute for ten consecutive years (2010-2019). In 2019, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses. "The great hospitals will always put the patient and the patient's family first, and the really great institutions will provide care with warmth, compassion, and dignity for the individual."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA Healthcare Co-Founder If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Respiratory Therapist RRT - Nights opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today! We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.