PRN Registered Respiratory Therapist - Ventilator Care

Vanderbilt Health; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 41,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Vanderbilt Health in Nashville is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (PRN) for part-time coverage in the Pulmonary Lab Staff. The role involves performing routine respiratory care procedures across acute, critical care, and outpatient environments and conducting respiratory assessments and diagnostic testing.

The position includes education for students in affiliated clinical programs, patients, and families, with responsibilities around ventilator support and safety.

Qualifications

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification in Tennessee preferred
• 1 year relevant work experience
• Graduate of an approved discipline-specific program

Responsibilities

• Performs routine respiratory care procedures in acute, critical care and outpatient settings.
• Performs respiratory care assessments and diagnostic testing.
• Initiates and maintains mechanical ventilation where applicable.
• Provides education to students in clinical training programs and to patients and families.

Skills

Ventilator management

Respiratory care

Patient education

Education

Graduate of an approved discipline specific program

Job description

Vanderbilt Health in Nashville is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (PRN) for part-time coverage in the Pulmonary Lab Staff. The role involves performing routine respiratory care procedures across acute, critical care, and outpatient environments and conducting respiratory assessments and diagnostic testing.

The position includes education for students in affiliated clinical programs, patients, and families, with responsibilities around ventilator support and safety.