Acute-Care Respiratory Therapist (RRT) | Ventilator & ABG Expert

Tennova Healthcare- North Knoxville Medical Center; Powell (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Tennova Healthcare- North Knoxville Medical Center in Powell, TN seeks a Respiratory Therapist - RRT to administer respiratory care, assess patients, and implement plans per physician orders. You will document care, monitor responses, and collaborate with care teams to ensure safe, effective treatments.

Role requires RRT and active certifications; 1–3 years of acute care experience preferred. Strong communication and EMR skills are essential for this on-site position.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of respiratory experience in an acute care setting preferred.
• RRT required; ACLS, PALS, NRP, STABLE certifications are highly valued.
• Licensure and compliance with hospital policies and standards.

Responsibilities

• Administers advanced respiratory treatments and monitors patient responses.
• Orients patients to treatment modalities to ensure cooperation.
• Performs ABG punctures and reports results promptly.
• Assists physicians with bedside procedures as assigned.
• Performs pulmonary testing procedures as assigned.
• Follows respiratory protocols and safety guidelines.
• Communicates with healthcare teams and leadership about patient care.
• Maintains and evaluates respiratory therapy equipment.
• Implements physician orders accurately and documents treatments.
• Maintains thorough, legible documentation of care and responses.
• Ensures PPE use and infection control compliance.
• Manages ventilator settings and airway maintenance.
• Demonstrates judgment in emergencies and collaborates to stabilize patients.
• Applies age-specific care considerations for oxygen therapy.
• Performs other duties as assigned and maintains reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Skills

Respiratory procedures

Patient assessment

Ventilator management

Airway maintenance

Communication skills

EMR documentation

Regulatory and infection control

Education

RRT Certification

ACLS Certification

PALS Certification

NRP Certification

STABLE Certification

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Tennova Healthcare- North Knoxville Medical Center in Powell, TN seeks a Respiratory Therapist - RRT to administer respiratory care, assess patients, and implement plans per physician orders. You will document care, monitor responses, and collaborate with care teams to ensure safe, effective treatments.

Role requires RRT and active certifications; 1–3 years of acute care experience preferred. Strong communication and EMR skills are essential for this on-site position.