PRN Respiratory Therapist — Ventilation & Critical Care

TriStar Summit Medical Center; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Wellbeing support

Paid time off

401(k) match

Tuition assistance

Job summary

TriStar Summit Medical Center in Tennessee is seeking a Respiratory Therapist PRN to deliver high-quality respiratory care and coordinate patient-focused treatment plans. You will perform diagnostic assessments, manage oxygen delivery, administer medications via inhalation, and assist with airway management and mechanical ventilation as part of the care team.

The role requires ongoing certifications and licensure per state regulations, and you will participate in emergent care scenarios while

Qualifications

• ACLS must be obtained within 6 months of employment start date.
• NRP must be obtained within 6 months of employment start date.
• BLS must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date.
• TN Respiratory Therapist licensure; NBRC-CRT or NBRC-RRT must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date.
• PALS must be obtained within 6 months of employment start date.

Responsibilities

• Perform and document patient assessment including breath sounds and cuff pressure.
• Administer respiratory care therapies: oxygen, aerosols, chest physiotherapy.
• Assist with placement of artificial airways and support ventilation.
• Monitor therapeutic response and notify provider as needed.
• Assist with transportation of ventilator-dependent patients.
• Respond to emergent situations ensuring airway integrity during resuscitation.

Education

Associate Degree

TN Respiratory Therapist licensure; NBRC-CRT or NBRC-RRT

ACLS/NRP/BLS/PALS certifications (within required timeframes)

Job description

TriStar Summit Medical Center in Tennessee is seeking a Respiratory Therapist PRN to deliver high-quality respiratory care and coordinate patient-focused treatment plans. You will perform diagnostic assessments, manage oxygen delivery, administer medications via inhalation, and assist with airway management and mechanical ventilation as part of the care team.

The role requires ongoing certifications and licensure per state regulations, and you will participate in emergent care scenarios while