PRN Respiratory Therapist — Critical Care Recovery

Select Specialty Hospital; Powell (TN); On-site; USD 41,000 - 69,000; Part time

Job summary

Select Specialty Hospital – North Knoxville (Powell) is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RT) for per diem/PRN shifts. The role involves evaluating patients, providing respiratory care for critical and complex cases, and supporting the care team in treatment planning and procedures.

The position requires NBRC credentials (CRT or RRT) with BLS by start date and ACLS on hire, current state licensure, and a transcript or diploma.

Qualifications

• Active CRT or RRT credential from NBRC or state equivalent.
• Proof of graduation with transcript/diploma or GED.
• BLS certification by start date.
• Current state licensure.
• ACLS required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Evaluating patients and recommending an appropriate treatment plan.
• Providing respiratory care to patients with critical and complex medical and surgical conditions.
• Performing insertion and removal of endotracheal tubes.
• Promoting continuous quality improvement.
• Teaching and counseling patients/families.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Active NBRC credential

BLS certification

State licensure

ACLS on hire

Education

Transcript or diploma or GED

Job description

Select Specialty Hospital – North Knoxville (Powell) is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RT) for per diem/PRN shifts. The role involves evaluating patients, providing respiratory care for critical and complex cases, and supporting the care team in treatment planning and procedures.

The position requires NBRC credentials (CRT or RRT) with BLS by start date and ACLS on hire, current state licensure, and a transcript or diploma.