Respiratory Therapist, CRT or RRT & NBRC Accredited

Sweetwater Care; Gallatin (TN); On-site; USD 44,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Sweetwater Care in Gallatin, TN is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to join our pulmonary program supporting short- and long-term residents. You will follow physician orders, ensure compliance with state/federal guidelines, and collaborate with Nursing and Infection Prevention staff.

The ideal candidate holds TN CRT or RRT licensure, NBRC accreditation, and ACLS/BLS certifications, aiming to improve residents' health and well-being.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an AMA-approved School of Respiratory Therapy.
• Current Tennessee CRT or RRT licensure and NBRC accreditation.
• Maintain ACLS and BLS certifications.

Responsibilities

• Maintains knowledge of pulmonary care per licensure and scope.
• Administers respiratory therapy treatments and monitors effects.
• Assesses barriers to participation and functional goals.
• Coordinates with nursing, PT, and infection prevention staff.
• Follows infection control and equipment sterilization procedures.
• Documents data in patient records post-treatment and plan.
• Operates and maintains respiratory therapy equipment safely.
• Develops and follows individualized care plans for residents.
• Treats residents and families with respect and dignity.

Skills

Pulmonary care knowledge

Team collaboration

Infection control

Education

AMA-approved School of Respiratory Therapy

Tennessee CRT or RRT licensure

NBRC accreditation

Tools

ACLS Certification

BLS Certification

Job description

Respiratory Therapist - We Need You!

Our skilled nursing facility located in Gallatin,Tennessee, has developed a pulmonary program that serves our short and long-term residents’ respiratory and cardiac needs and comorbidities by strengthening their bodies that have been debilitated by the heaviness of the pandemic and/or chronic illness. We have established policies and procedures that cater to our ability to proactively focus on bettering the lives we serve. The ideal candidate will be a Registered Respiratory Therapist, licensed in the State of Tennessee, and accredited with the National Board of Respiratory Care, with a love of servant leadership. Alongside the Director of Nursing and Infection Preventionist, the RT will execute treatments and interventions as each resident needs to reduce poor outcomes and increase health and well-being!

Under the supervision of the Director of Nursing, Infection Preventionist, and Pulmonary Coordinator, the Respiratory Therapist is responsible for providing respiratory care services in accordance with specific physician’s orders, state and federal guidelines, and the department policies and procedures.

Pay Estimate is $32-$45 hourly dependent on experience

Main Responsibilities:

• Maintains knowledge of the varying aspects of all things pulmonary as allowed within the therapist’s scope and licensure of the skilled nursing facility.
• Administers respiratory therapy treatments and interventions, understands the purpose of the interventions and the possible side effects associated with each.
• Able to assess barriers interfering with participation and optimal level of function when performing treatments.
• Coordinates with other staff of the facility (i.e. nursing, physical therapy, infection preventionist) to assure maximal health and prompt intervention when a problem is identified.
• Follows departmental equipment sterilization procedures and maintains effective infection control.
• Documents all pertinent data on the patient’s medical record following completion of any extension of the Pulmonary Program.
• Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of the differences in techniques and treatment modalities extended to residents with varying acuity level, age, and life situation.
• Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly. Inspects and tests respiratory therapy equipment to ensure proper, efficient functioning.
• Maintains thorough knowledge of use, management, and hazards of oxygen therapy.
• Contributes to the development of and follows the individualized care plan for each resident.
• Treats residents and their families with respect and dignity.
• Demonstrates ability to assess patient, his/her need, and ability to tolerate treatment and reassessment for response to treatment.
• Demonstrates ability to work with varying populations and manage conflict appropriately.
• Attends or conducts education in-service programs to maintain professional competency. Obtains appropriate program-specific education and training.
• Performs additional duties assigned by the department manager.

Professional Requirements:

• Graduate of an AMA-approved School of Respiratory Therapy.
• Current CRT or RRT licensure in the state of Tennessee
• Accredited with the National Board of Respiratory Care
• Maintain active licensure and CEUs.
• Complies with state and Federal regulatory requirements.
• Complies with organizational policies and procedures.
• Complies with Health and Safety Standards and Guidelines.
• Communicates and complies with the Mission, Vision, and Values as well as the focus statement of the department.
• Current ACLS and BLS Certification.