Impactful Night Shift Respiratory Therapist

Perry County Community Hospital; Linden (TN); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Perry County Community Hospital in Linden, TN is seeking a Night Shift Respiratory Therapist to provide direct patient care under physician supervision. The role emphasizes assessment, treatment, and diagnostic support to cardiopulmonary patients while coordinating with care teams to ensure optimal outcomes.

The position requires current Respiratory Therapist licensure and BLS; ACLS/PALS/NRP within 90 days.

Qualifications

• Sound understanding of respiratory therapy practices and accepted standards of care.
• Good communication skills with ability to communicate appropriately with all age groups.
• Ability to perform under stress and cope with difficult situations.
• Good time management and organizational skills to complete patient care and documentation each shift.

Responsibilities

• Perform initial and ongoing patient assessments of respiratory status.
• Deliver oxygen therapy per physician orders.
• Administer medications via nebulizer or MDI per orders.
• Educate patients and families about diseases, medications, and tests.
• Perform tests such as pulse oximetry, ABG, EKG as ordered by physicians.
• Assist in life support and airway management including BiPAP/CPAP.
• Document patient information accurately in the EHR.
• Maintain equipment and supplies and ensure safety protocols are followed.
• Provide 1:1 observation when needed and serve as unit clerk when not providing therapy.

Skills

Respiratory therapy

Critical thinking

Communication

Stress management

Time management

Education

Certified or Registered Respiratory Therapist licensure

Job description

Perry County Community Hospital in Linden, TN is seeking a Night Shift Respiratory Therapist to provide direct patient care under physician supervision. The role emphasizes assessment, treatment, and diagnostic support to cardiopulmonary patients while coordinating with care teams to ensure optimal outcomes.

The position requires current Respiratory Therapist licensure and BLS; ACLS/PALS/NRP within 90 days.