Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
Fort Pierce, Florida
Lawnwood Hospital

Job Opportunity: Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Travel Position

Location: Fort Pierce, Florida
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Unit Information

• Unit: Respiratory Therapy
• Number of Beds: 437
• Staffing:

  • Approximately 60 staff members
  • Day Shift: Director, Manager, Supervisor, 8-10 RRTs
  • Night Shift: Supervisor, 8-10 RRTs
• Patient Ratios: About 44-46 procedures per shift
• Equipment Used:

  • Servo I ventilators
  • Nebulizer
  • Hamilton ventilators
  • V60 ventilators
  • Astral CPAP & BiPAP machines
  • ABGs (Arterial Blood Gases)
  • CPT (Chest Physiotherapy)
• Electronic Medical Record (EMR): Meditech

Job Description

• Provide treatment, care, and evaluation for patients with respiratory insufficiencies, including asthma, pneumonia, and emphysema.
• Work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment with collaborative physician relationships.
• Active disciplinary approach and critical thinking required.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Respiratory Care Practitioner license in Florida
• Minimum 2 years of Respiratory Care Practitioner experience, including experience within the last year
• Certifications: ACLS, BLS, NBRC, NRP, PALS

Preferred Candidate Attributes

• Team player with a patient care focus
• Critical thinker able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Collaborative with physicians and other healthcare team members

Additional Information

• Dress Code: Light grey uniform for RRTs
• The unit is accredited by the Joint Commission and designated as a Certified Primary Stroke Center.
• Recognized for excellence in heart attack treatment with a 5-star rating for 11 consecutive years.

This position is ideal for experienced Respiratory Therapists seeking a travel assignment in a well-equipped, high-acuity hospital setting with a supportive team environment.