Respiratory Therapy Manager (RRT/CRT) – Ventilator & Tracheostomy Care

Join a Mission-Driven Team Making a Meaningful Difference Every Day

At Agape’s Way, we provide specialized care and support for individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities, including residents requiring advanced respiratory and ventilator care. Our team is passionate about creating a safe, compassionate, and clinically excellent environment where residents can thrive.

We are seeking an experienced and clinically strong Respiratory Therapy Manager to lead respiratory care practices across our group home settings while also serving as a hands-on respiratory care expert. This role is ideal for a respiratory leader who enjoys mentoring staff, improving clinical outcomes, and ensuring high-quality care for medically complex residents in a long-term care environment.

The Respiratory Therapy Manager plays a critical role in supporting clinical excellence through direct patient care, respiratory education, staff competency development, equipment oversight, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Why Join Agape’s Way?

• Mission-driven organization focused on compassionate, resident-centered care
• Opportunity to lead respiratory care practices in a specialized clinical environment
• Collaborative and supportive leadership team
• Meaningful work with long-term residents where you can make a lasting impact
• Professional growth and leadership development opportunities
• Competitive compensation package
• Opportunity to shape respiratory education and clinical best practices across the organization

Position Overview

The Respiratory Therapy Manager provides advanced respiratory care services while overseeing respiratory therapy practices and education initiatives across Agape’s Way group homes. This dual-function role combines direct clinical support with staff development responsibilities to ensure safe, effective, and consistent respiratory care in a 24-hour skilled nursing environment.

In addition to hands-on resident care, the Respiratory Therapy Manager develops and implements respiratory education programs, competency assessments, and training initiatives to support nursing staff and improve patient outcomes across all locations.

Reports to: Director of Nursing (DON)

Key Responsibilities

Advanced Respiratory Care

• Deliver expert-level respiratory interventions including ventilator management, tracheostomy care, oxygen therapy, suctioning, nebulizer treatments, and airway management
• Conduct cardiopulmonary assessments and respond to respiratory emergencies in group home settings
• Monitor, assess, and document respiratory conditions in collaboration with nursing staff and medical providers
• Ensure respiratory care services are delivered in accordance with physician orders, clinical protocols, and regulatory standards
• Serve as the respiratory clinical expert for medically complex resident care needs

Clinical Education & Staff Development

• Lead respiratory onboarding, education, and competency validation for RNs, LPNs, CNAs, and direct care staff
• Develop and deliver in-service trainings, simulations, and hands-on respiratory education programs
• Conduct competency assessments related to ventilator care, tracheostomy management, emergency response, suctioning, and respiratory equipment use
• Provide ongoing mentorship and support to clinical staff across all shifts
• Maintain education records, competency logs, and staff development documentation

Equipment Oversight & Regulatory Compliance

• Oversee the maintenance, proper usage, and safety compliance of respiratory equipment including ventilators, oxygen systems, nebulizers, and suction devices
• Troubleshoot respiratory equipment concerns and coordinate repairs or servicing with vendors as needed
• Ensure respiratory equipment and supplies are cleaned, calibrated, and stored appropriately
• Monitor respiratory supply inventory and equipment readiness across assigned homes
• Maintain documentation related to equipment checks, maintenance activities, and staff training

Collaboration & Quality Improvement

• Collaborate closely with the DON, ADON, nursing teams, physicians, and interdisciplinary staff to support individualized care planning
• Participate in case reviews, quality improvement initiatives, and respiratory outcome monitoring
• Identify opportunities to strengthen respiratory protocols, staff competency, and clinical workflows
• Provide leadership with updates regarding resident respiratory status, educational needs, and operational concerns
• Serve as a liaison between clinical leadership and bedside teams to support consistency and best practices in respiratory care

Qualifications

Education & Licensure

• Active Respiratory Therapist license in the State of Florida required
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) preferred; Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) considered based on experience

Experience

• Minimum of two (2) years of respiratory care experience required
• Experience in acute care, LTAC, subacute, long-term care, pediatric home care, or medically complex environments strongly preferred
• Experience with ventilator management, tracheostomy care, suctioning, and oxygen therapy required
• Previous staff training, education, or mentorship experience strongly preferred

Skills & Competencies

• Strong respiratory clinical expertise and critical thinking skills
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational abilities
• Ability to educate and mentor interdisciplinary clinical teams effectively
• Strong documentation and regulatory compliance knowledge
• Ability to lead by example in a fast-paced, resident-centered care environment

Certifications

• Current BLS certification required
• ACLS certification preferred

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation

• Competitive compensation based on experience, credentials, and specialty expertise

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay
• Continuing education and training reimbursement
• Leadership development opportunities

Help Lead Respiratory Excellence at Agape’s Way

If you are a passionate respiratory care professional who is committed to clinical excellence, staff development, and improving the lives of medically complex residents, we encourage you to apply and join the Agape’s Way leadership team.