Registered Respiratory Therapist

Ascension; McMinnville (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) plan

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Ascension Saint Thomas River Park in McMinnville, TN, is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for PRN night shifts. You will evaluate patients, design care plans, and manage life-support equipment to support optimal recovery.

You will participate in emergencies and coordinate with the medical team while educating patients and families. Minimum licensure includes BLS, NBRC Registered, and TN Respiratory Care license, with education options ranging from diploma to associate/technical degrees or

Qualifications

• BLS Provider required within 1 month (30 days) of hire date or transfer date.
• NBRC Registered credential required within 6 months (180 days) of hire date or transfer date.
• Respiratory Care license credentialed by the Tennessee Board of Respiratory Care prior to hire date or transfer date.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients with respiratory needs to design and implement customized care plans.
• Manage advanced respiratory care and life-support equipment, monitoring performance and patient response.
• Respond to code situations with respiratory expertise during high-pressure emergencies.
• Monitor clinical changes and communicate updates to the medical team to optimize treatments.
• Educate patients and families to manage health conditions confidently.

Skills

BLS Provider

NBRC Credential

TN Respiratory Care License

Education

Education requirements

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Department: Respiratory Care
• Schedule: PRN | Night Shift

• Location: McMinnville, TN
• Facility: Ascension Saint Thomas River Park
• Department: Respiratory Care
• Schedule: PRN | Night Shift

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Evaluate patients with respiratory needs to design and implement customized care plans, ensuring the treatment type and frequency align perfectly with their specific diagnosis.
• Manage advanced respiratory care and life-support equipment, monitoring performance and patient response to ensure every breath supports optimal recovery.
• Respond as a vital member of the emergency resuscitation team, providing life‑saving interventions and respiratory expertise during high‑pressure "code" situations.
• Advocate for patient progress by monitoring clinical changes and communicating updates to the medical team, ensuring medications and treatments are adjusted for the best possible outcomes.
• Empower patients and their families through dedicated education, providing the clarity and community resources they need to manage their health condition confidently.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American HeartAssociation or American Red Cross accepted.
• Respiratory Therapist specializing in Registered credentialed from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date required.
• Respiratory Therapist credentialed from the Tennessee Board of Respiratory Care obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.

Education

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Retirement: 403(b) plan
• Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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