Respiratory Therapist Pediatric or NICU Nights StaffFlex Contract $49/hr Orlando

Respiratory Therapist Pediatrics or NICU Contract StaffFlex Orlando Children

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

Flexible contract assignments available

Travel Nursing directly with AdventHealth, no 3 rd party agency involved.

We will assist to extend you at the same facility or find another assignment within our system.

Easily convert over to permanent staff member if interested.

Competitive Premium Pay Rate.

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. Its about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

AdventHealth StaffFlex are valued team members of AdventHealth who also want the flexibility to work contract assignments at one facility or float within multiple hospitals in 9 states. A perfect fit for individuals who want the freedom to travel but believe in our mission, StaffFlex provides team members the opportunity to work across various units like OR and more!

Schedule: 6:45pm-7:15am (12hr shift)

Shift : Night

On Call: N/A

The community you'll be caring for: AdventHealth Orlando Children

GENERAL SUMMARY :

Provides routine, emergent and critical care under the direction of a physician to neonatal, pediatric, adolescent. Adheres to the Corporate Compliance Plan, to the rules and regulations of all local, state and federal agencies and to the standards of all accrediting bodies. Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Delivers routine respiratory treatments and continuous respiratory therapy including aerosol therapy, lung expansion therapy, oxygen therapy and bronchial hygiene in accordance with applicable policy and procedure.

Ensures the effectiveness of therapist assessment and reassessment by monitoring patient progress. Recommends change in respiratory plan of care according to documented medical necessity and within the confines of established protocols.

• Monitors, instructs and coaches patient before, during and after treatment delivery. Prevents and/or resolves untoward side effects. Adjusts therapies according to protocol and documented clinical criteria. Makes and / or recommends changes based on pulse oximetry, peak flow measurement, chest x-ray, lab work and other data relevant to optimal patient progress.
• Maintains a supportive atmosphere conducive to quality care, department growth, staff development and high morale.

Initiates and maintains mechanical ventilation. Determines or guides the determination of ventilator mode and settings. Reevaluates patient / ventilator interface a minimum of every four hours. Responds to alarms and otherwise troubleshoots as needed. Establishes weaning readiness and facilitates weaning process. Adjusts ventilator in accordance with patient progress.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Experience Neonatal and/or Pediatrics
• 1 year of critical care experience
• Current BLS
• NRP Preferred
• PALS Required
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or CRT
• A valid Florida license issued by the Agency for Healthcare Administration of Florida (if applicable)

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. The salary range reflects the anticipated base pay range for this position. Individual compensation is determined based on skills, experience and other relevant factors within this pay range. The minimums and maximums for each position may vary based on geographical location.

Category: Respiratory Services

Organization: AdventHealth Central Florida

Schedule: Full-time

Shift: 3 - Night

Req ID: 25037609

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability/handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.