Respiratory Therapist, CRT or RRT & NBRC Accredited

Sweetwater Care; Union City (TN); On-site; USD 44,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Sweetwater Care in Union City, TN seeks a Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care per physician orders under supervision. The role requires TN CRT/RRT licensure, NBRC accreditation, and current ACLS/BLS certifications.

Responsibilities include administering treatments, coordinating care with nursing and therapy staff, ensuring infection control, documenting care, and contributing to individualized resident care plans. Hourly pay ranges $32–$40 based on experience.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Current ACLS and BLS Certification.

Responsibilities

• Maintains knowledge of the pulmonary care modalities within licensure scope.
• Administers respiratory therapy treatments and interventions.
• Assesses barriers to participation and optimal function during treatments.
• Coordinates with nursing, physical therapy, and infection prevention staff.
• Follows equipment sterilization procedures and infection control.
• Documents pertinent data in patient medical records after treatment.
• Demonstrates knowledge of varying acuity levels and care plans.
• Operates and maintains respiratory therapy equipment safely.
• Maintains knowledge of oxygen therapy and hazards.
• Contributes to development of individualized care plans for residents.
• Treats residents and families with respect and dignity.
• Assesses patient needs and response to treatment.
• Works with diverse populations and manages conflicts.
• Attends/teaches in-service programs to maintain competency.

Education

AMA-approved School of Respiratory Therapy

Tennessee CRT or RRT licensure

National Board of Respiratory Care accreditation

Active licensure and CEUs

State and Federal regulatory compliance

Organizational policies and procedures compliance

Health and Safety Standards and Guidelines compliance

ACLS and BLS Certification

Job description

Respiratory Therapist - We Need You!

Our skilled nursing facility located in Union City,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.

Hourly rate based on experience, $32-40 per hour

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.