Internal Traveler Registered Respiratory Therapist, NICU, Nights, Wolfson Children's Hospital
Date Posted: Jun 16, 2026
Status: PRN
Shift Details: N/A
Job Summary
Baptist Health is seeking to add a Internal Traveler Registered Respiratory Therapist to Wolfson Children's Hospital in Jacksonville, FL.
This is a short-term contracted position requiring a commitment of 36hrs/week for up to 12 weeks with opportunities to renew. This is a night shift position working with NICU caseload.
At Baptist Health, a Respiratory Therapist is responsible for assessing, treating, and caring for patients with respiratory or breathing disorders. This role involves administering respiratory therapy treatments, performing diagnostic pulmonary function tests, managing and monitoring mechanical ventilators, and providing patient education and respiratory care support. The Respiratory Therapist collaborates with physicians and healthcare teams to deliver safe, effective, and high-quality patient care.
As a Respiratory Therapist, you will be responsible for:
Assessing, diagnosing, and treating patients with breathing disorders
Administering respiratory therapies
Performing and interpreting diagnostic tests
Monitoring and managing mechanical ventilators for patients who require respiratory support
Collaborating with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized treatment plans
Providing patient education and support on proper breathing techniques, medication usage, and lifestyle changes
Maintaining accurate and complete patient assessments, treatments, and progress documentation
Education & Credential Requirements:
Certificate Required
Associate of Science Preferred
Basic Life Support (BLS) RequiredAdvanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Preferred OrRegistered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Preferred OrPediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Preferred OrNeonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification Preferred OrLicensed Respiratory Therapist (RRT) RequiredFlorida Licensed Respiratory Therapist Preferred
Level 3 NICU experience required
If you are interested in this full-time, night shift opportunity, please apply now or contact amanda.cervantes@bmcjax.com.
Baptist Jacksonville is a Magnet™-designated hospital, recognized as the gold standard for excellence in patient care. We proudly serve families throughout the region with high-quality, comprehensive care for every stage of life.
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Experience
- Respiratory Therapy Experience
License and Certification
- Registered Respiratory Therapist - DOH
- Driver's License - DMV
- Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA
Location
Downtown - Howard Building
820 Prudential Dr
Jacksonville, Florida, 32207
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