Acute Care Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Night Shift

Community Health Systems; Powell (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems in Powell, TN seeks a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to administer respiratory care per physician orders. You will assess patients, monitor responses, and implement plans while documenting thoroughly and ensuring safety.

The role collaborates with clinicians and adheres to organizational policies. Qualifications include 1–3 years in acute care and an Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy, with RRT certification and related life-support credentials.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of respiratory experience in an acute care setting.
• RRT certification required; ACLS, PALS, and NICU certifications as listed.
• Proficiency with EMR documentation and patient data recording.

Responsibilities

• Administers advanced respiratory treatments and monitors patient responses.
• Performs ABG punctures and reports results promptly.
• Assists physicians with bedside procedures and ventilator management.
• Maintains equipment, adheres to safety standards, and documents care.
• Communicates with healthcare teams and ensures infection control compliance.
• Ensures proper age-specific oxygen therapy and emergency interventions as needed.

Skills

Respiratory care procedures

Effective communication

Ventilator management

Patient assessment

EMR documentation

Education

Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy

Job description

Community Health Systems in Powell, TN seeks a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to administer respiratory care per physician orders. You will assess patients, monitor responses, and implement plans while documenting thoroughly and ensuring safety.

The role collaborates with clinicians and adheres to organizational policies. Qualifications include 1–3 years in acute care and an Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy, with RRT certification and related life-support credentials.