Registered Respiratory Therapist, Nights, Baptist Silverleaf
Date Posted: Apr 23, 2026
Status: Full time
Shift Details: N/A
Job Summary
Job Description
*Up to $10,000 Sign-on Bonus and Relocation Assistance, if hired!
Baptist Health is hiring a Registered Respiratory Therapist for our free-standing Emergency Department Silverleaf. This is a full-time, day shift opportunity. We are looking to hire an experienced Registered Respiratory Therapist to join our team. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working in high-stress, fast-paced environment.
Registered Respiratory Therapist Job Responsibilities:
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
Registered Respiratory Therapist Education & Credential Requirements:
Certificate Required
Associate of Science Preferred
Basic Life Support (BLS) Required
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Preferred
Or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Preferred
Or Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification Preferred
Florida Licensed Respiratory Therapist Required
If you are interested in this Full-time Registered Respiratory Therapist position at Baptist Silverleaf located in St. Augustine, please apply now or email amanda.cervantes@bmcjax.com.
Education Required
Associate Degree (AA/AS)
Experience
- Experience in Pediatrics
- Respiratory Therapy Experience
- Experience in Neonatal
License and Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - AHA
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - AHA
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification - AAP
- Licensed Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) - DOH
- Driver's License - DMV
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - NBRC
- Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA
Location
Baptist ED Silverleaf
8675 St Johns Parkway
St. Augustine, Florida, 32092
About Baptist Health
Chosen as the area's “Most Preferred” healthcare provider every year since 1990 according to the annual National Research Corporation study of Jacksonville area residents, Baptist Health ranks highest in the categories of Best Doctors, Best Nurses, Best Quality and Best Reputation.