About HSS at NCH
At Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) at Naples Comprehensive Health (NCH), we don’t settle for ordinary—we redefine what’s possible in healthcare. Ranked the #1 orthopedic hospital in the nation by U.S. News & World Report for 15 consecutive years, and the #1 orthopedic hospital in the world by Newsweek, HSS has partnered with NCH to bring that world-class legacy home to Naples. We’ve built a state-of-the-art facility where cutting-edge surgical innovation, advanced rehabilitation, and pioneering research all come together to offer patients world-class excellence in care. Learn more at HSSatNCH.org, HSS.edu, and NCHMD.org.
At HSS at NCH, we foster a vibrant, high-performing culture that empowers people to thrive as themselves. Our team is made up of some of the brightest minds in the field, driven by a relentless pursuit of innovation and a shared commitment to pushing boundaries in healthcare. Together, we’re not just treating patients—we’re delivering outcomes that transform lives.
Why Join Us?
Joining HSS at NCH means more than taking a job—it’s an invitation to contribute to something greater. You’ll collaborate with leading experts in a dynamic environment that challenges you to be your best, alongside the best. Here, you’ll become part of a future that’s as groundbreaking as our beginning—and that’s something to be passionate about. At HSS at NCH, you’ll find a career that fosters your growth and empowers people to move better, live healthier, and make a lasting impact.
JOB SUMMARY
The Respiratory Therapist Hybrid HSS will work in cooperation with the assigned inpatient unit personnel and will be responsible for using practical knowledge and skills to work effectively with other staff of the NCH Comprehensive Health in the emergent/non-urgent settings. The role includes maintaining all respiratory related supplies and equipment while fulfilling all duties and responsibilities of a Licensed Respiratory Therapist as defined in NCH’s Respiratory Therapist’s Job Description. Additionally, the Hybrid Respiratory Therapist will assist in technical responsibilities to assist department / unit team members after completion of additional technical procedure training. The delivery of Respiratory Care treatments and other modalities will be their primary responsibility and will supersede other responsibilities on the unit.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
– Other duties may be assigned.
· Primary responsibility is to provide acute respiratory care services in a timely manner following departmental policies and procedures. Services include but are not limited to delivery of medications, lung expansion techniques, secretion mobilization modalities as well as invasive and noninvasive mechanical ventilation, arterial blood gas procurement and analysis, etc.
· Ability to work as a Respiratory therapist independently and without supervision.
· Provides defined aspects of care to assigned nursing unit patients, following physician/provider order.
· Assists nursing team members with rounding of patients for routine vital signs.
· Assists nursing / physical therapy team members with ambulation.
· 12 lead EKG: utilizes accurate lead placement, acquires artifact free tracings. Inputs accurate data into the EKG machine prior to completing procedure and immediately presents review to the attending physician.
· Assists with routine and stat phlebotomy.
· Collects, labels, and/or delivers urine, blook, sputum, and stool specimens to the lab, as directed, and utilizing universal precautions.
· Applies or assists with the application of simple dressings, utilizing aseptic technique.
· Accurately performs glucometer finger stick. Accurately performs ED POCT. Performs quality control on all waive tests.
· Will assist with the application of restraints (posey jacket, limb restraints and papoose) and monitor patient accordingly to NCH Healthcare system protocol.
· Holter, event monitor, mobile telemetry and ambulatory blood pressure hook up: clean tracings/readings, patient education, and appropriate lead placement.
· Time Management: completes all work within the shift and assists others as necessary.
· Completes other duties as agreed to and assigned by respiratory care and nursing unit leadership.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
· Must be a graduate of an accredited program of Respiratory Care.
· Minimum 2 years clinical respiratory care experience required.
· Licensed by the State of Florida as a Respiratory Therapist (RT) required.
· Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) preferred.
· Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
· Advanced Life Support (ALS) certification and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association are recommended but not required.
· Intermediate computer knowledge: Uses Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Windows.
