Night Shift RRT Respiratory Therapist - Acute Care

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Longview (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to administer pharmacological and diagnostic respiratory care, follow physician orders, and document patient responses. The role requires collaboration with healthcare teams to promote safe, effective outcomes.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years of acute care experience and hold an RRT certification, with ACLS/PALS/NRP/STABLE credentials as applicable. Texas-based facility with standard PPE and infection control protocols.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of respiratory experience in an acute care setting preferred.
• RRT certification is required (or eligible).
• Familiarity with arterial blood gas collection and interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Administers respiratory treatments and monitors patient responses.
• Performs ABG punctures and reports results promptly.
• Assists physicians with bedside procedures as needed.
• Manages ventilator settings and airway management.
• Maintains accurate documentation of treatments and outcomes.
• Ensures PPE and infection control compliance.
• Operates within established respiratory care protocols.

Skills

Respiratory care

Ventilator management

ABG testing

EMR documentation

Patient assessment

Education

RRT certification

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Community Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to administer pharmacological and diagnostic respiratory care, follow physician orders, and document patient responses. The role requires collaboration with healthcare teams to promote safe, effective outcomes.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years of acute care experience and hold an RRT certification, with ACLS/PALS/NRP/STABLE credentials as applicable. Texas-based facility with standard PPE and infection control protocols.