Respiratory Therapist RRT - PRN

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Carlsbad (NM); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems, Inc. seeks a Respiratory Therapist - RRT to support acute patient care. You will administer advanced respiratory treatments, monitor responses, and ensure accurate documentation.

Expect collaboration with physicians and healthcare teams to promote safe, effective care in a fast-paced setting. Requirements include RRT certification and 1–3 years of acute care experience; ventilator management and ABG procedures are core duties.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of respiratory experience in an acute care setting preferred.
• RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist and applicable certifications may be required.

Responsibilities

• Administers advanced respiratory treatments, performs assessments, and monitors patient responses.
• Orients patient to treatment modality prior to procedure.
• Performs and documents ABG punctures accurately and reports results promptly.
• Assists physicians with bedside procedures as assigned.
• Performs pulmonary testing procedures as assigned.
• Follows respiratory protocols and safety/regulatory standards.
• Communicates effectively with peers, staff, physicians, and leadership.
• Maintains respiratory therapy equipment and ensures proper functioning and safety.
• Implements physician orders accurately and documents treatments.
• Ensures proper PPE use and patient identification for safety and infection control.
• Manages ventilator settings and airway maintenance.
• Demonstrates problem-solving in emergency situations and collaborates with teams to stabilize patients.
• Tailors oxygen therapy to age-specific care across populations.
• Performs other duties as assigned and maintains attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Skills

Ventilator management

EMR proficiency

Patient assessment

Infection control

Regulatory compliance

Professional development

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Job Summary

The Respiratory Therapist - RRT is responsible for the administration of pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic agents related to respiratory care procedures, following physician orders. This includes performing assessments, monitoring patient responses, and implementing treatment plans to promote effective respiratory care, disease prevention, and rehabilitation. The Respiratory Therapist ensures accurate documentation, maintains patient safety, and collaborates with healthcare teams to deliver high-quality patient care. The Respiratory Therapist works under the direction of ordering physician/clinician as well as established organizational policies and procedures.

Essential Functions

• Administers advanced respiratory treatments, performs assessments, and monitors patient responses to ensure effective care.


• Orients patient to treatment modality prior to procedure in order to facilitate patient’s cooperation and successful completion of the treatment process.


• Performs and documents Arterial Blood Gas (ABG) punctures accurately, reporting results promptly.


• Assists physicians with bedside procedures as assigned.


• Performs testing procedures, such as pulmonary testing procedures, as assigned.


• Follows respiratory protocols, ensuring adherence to safety guidelines and regulatory standards during all procedures.


• Communicates effectively with peers, healthcare staff, physicians, and leadership, ensuring timely information flow and follow-up on patient care concerns.


• Evaluates and maintains respiratory therapy equipment, ensuring proper functioning, cleanliness, and adherence to safety standards.


• Accurately implements written or verbal physician orders, ensuring compliance with established respiratory care procedures.


• Provides clear, legible, and thorough documentation of all respiratory treatments, assessments, and patient responses, maintaining compliance with policies.


• Ensures proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and patient identification techniques to maintain safety and compliance with infection control standards.


• Manages ventilator settings and airway maintenance, ensuring optimal patient comfort and safety during respiratory support.


• Demonstrates skill and judgment in emergency situations, initiating appropriate interventions and collaborating with healthcare teams to stabilize patients.


• Implements age-specific care considerations for oxygen therapy, tailoring treatment to meet patient needs across all populations.


• Performs other duties as assigned.


• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.


• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of respiratory experience in an acute care setting preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Proficient in administering pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic respiratory procedures.


• Strong communication skills for effective interaction with healthcare teams, patients, and families.


• Skilled in patient assessment, ventilator management, and airway maintenance.


• Competent in using electronic medical record (EMR) systems for documentation and reporting.


• Knowledge of regulatory standards, safety protocols, and infection control measures.


• Commitment to continuous professional development and adherence to regulatory standards.

Licenses and Certifications

• RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist required


• ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support required and


• PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support required and


• NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation if working in the NICU Department required and


• STABLE - Neonatal Certification if working in the NICU Department required

State Specific Requirements

• Georgia: Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certifications required. Successful completion of assigned SAMA course within 30 days of hire required.