Respiratory Therapy Assistant NN

• DEPARTMENT: 26171 - Respiratory North Naples
• LOCATION: 11190 Health Park Blvd, Naples, FL, 34110
• WORK TYPE: Part Time
• WORK SCHEDULE: 8 Hour Day 7a to 3:30p

ABOUT NCH

NCH is an independent, locally governed non-profit delivering premier comprehensive care. Our healthcare system is comprised of two hospitals, an alliance of 700+ physicians, and medical facilities in dozens of locations throughout Southwest Florida that offer nationally recognized, quality health care.

NCH is transforming into an Advanced Community Healthcare System(TM) and we're proud to: Provide higher acuity care and Centers of Excellence; Offer Graduate Medical Education and fellowships; Have endowed chairs; Conduct research and participate in national clinical trials; and partner with other health market leaders, like Hospital for Special Surgery, Encompass, and ProScan.

Join our mission to help everyone live a longer, happier, healthier life. We are committed to care and believe there's always more at NCH - for you and every person we serve together. Visit nchjobs.org to learn more.

JOB SUMMARY

The Respiratory Therapist Assistant is a transitional support role for individuals in their final semester of an accredited Respiratory Care program or recent graduates pending licensure. This position provides hands-on experience within the Respiratory Department, supporting equipment processing, setup, inventory, logistics, and observation of clinical workflow. The Respiratory Therapist Assistant is Designed to prepare the student for eventual licensure as a Respiratory Therapist.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

- Other duties may be assigned.

Equipment Processing & Safety

• Clean and process respiratory equipment according to NCH procedures.

• Maintain infection-control standards and proper PPE use.

• Assist with disinfecting workflows and safe disposal of contaminated materials.

• Follow isolation precautions and hand hygiene protocols.

Inventory, Supply & Logistics

• Restock durable and non-durable respiratory equipment.

• Pick up supplies from Central Supply and stock the main RT room.

• Check in new equipment deliveries.

• Assist with ordering equipment.

• Assist with chart audits, charge audits, and consult audits.

Departmental Support

• Support daily respiratory department operations.

• Make staffing-related calls when needed.

• Assist managers and supervisors with administrative tasks not related to direct patient care.

• Perform Joint Commission rounding to ensure compliance.

Clinical Exposure

• Observe respiratory therapy procedures.

• Observe patient education tasks under direct RT supervision.

• Observe the setup for bronchoscopies, intubations, and advanced airway procedures.

Restrictions

• No independent patient care tasks are permitted.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Enrolled in the final semester OR recently graduated from an accredited Respiratory Care Program.

• Must sit for the Florida Respiratory Therapist licensure within 6 months of graduation and:

o Transfer into a Respiratory Therapist position OR

o Those who do not pass on the first attempt will be allowed to make one additional attempt to be completed within 6 months.

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association required.

• Intermediate computer skills required (Word, Excel, Outlook, Windows).