Respiratory Director

Respiratory Director

Flint Ridge Nursing & Rehabilitation | Newark, OH

Full-Time | Leadership Opportunity

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Flint Ridge Nursing & Rehabilitation is seeking an experienced and motivated Respiratory Director to lead our Respiratory Therapy Department and specialized ventilator program.

Flint Ridge provides ventilator, tracheostomy, oxygen, CPAP/BiPAP, and other specialized respiratory services within our skilled nursing setting.

This is an excellent opportunity for a strong respiratory therapist who is ready to take the next step in leadership and help grow a specialized clinical program.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight of the Respiratory Therapy Department
• Oversee respiratory care for ventilator, tracheostomy, and other respiratory residents
• Supervise, support, and develop Respiratory Therapists
• Assist with recruiting, onboarding, training, and competency validation of respiratory staff
• Coordinate department scheduling and ensure appropriate respiratory coverage
• Ensure ventilators and respiratory equipment are maintained, inspected, and used appropriately
• Monitor clinical documentation, treatment plans, and respiratory protocols
• Collaborate closely with nursing leadership, physicians, administration, and the interdisciplinary team
• Participate in care planning and help ensure strong clinical outcomes
• Maintain compliance with applicable state, federal, and facility standards
• Help identify opportunities to strengthen and grow Flint Ridge's ventilator and respiratory program
• Promote a positive, accountable, team-focused culture

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved Respiratory Therapy program
• Active Ohio Respiratory Care Practitioner license required
• RRT preferred
• Ventilator and tracheostomy experience strongly preferred
• Previous respiratory leadership, supervisory, or management experience preferred
• Strong clinical judgment, communication, organization, and leadership skills
• Experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, LTAC, hospital, or other respiratory-focused setting is a plus

Why Flint Ridge?

Flint Ridge offers a specialized pulmonary and ventilator program supported by an interdisciplinary clinical team. Join a team where you can lead, develop staff, strengthen clinical outcomes, and make an impact on the continued growth of our respiratory program.