Respiratory Therapy Supervisor

Ascension Health; Murfreesboro (TN); On-site; USD 121,063,000 - 163,758,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Employer-matched retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition reimbursement and professional

Job summary

AscensionHealth is seeking a Respiratory Therapist at AscensionSaint Thomas Rutherford in Murfreesboro, TN. This full-time night-shift role supports the Respiratory Therapy department with patient assessments, advanced modalities, and critical care interventions.

Required licensure includes BLS, NBRC Registered, and TN Board of Respiratory Care; education paths include high school diploma or equivalent with further technical training or degree.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider certification within 30 days of hire; AHA or ARC accepted.
• NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist credential within 180 days of hire.
• TN Board of Respiratory Care credential obtained prior to hire.

Responsibilities

• Lead clinical assessment and care planning to evaluate patient needs and tailor plans.
• Deliver advanced respiratory modalities using ventilation technologies to stabilize patients.
• Maintain real-time clinical communication by monitoring conditions and providing data for safe care transitions.
• Educate patients and families about conditions and connect them with recovery resources.
• Support rapid emergency resuscitation as part of the code team with life-saving interventions.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Care planning

Advanced respiratory modalities

Emergency response

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree/Technical degree

4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Murfreesboro, TN
• Facility: AscensionSaint Thomas Rutherford
• Department: Respiratory Therapy
• Schedule: Full-time | Night

How you'll make an impact in this role

• Lead Clinical Assessment and Care Planning Take command of respiratory health by evaluating patient needs and developing tailored plans of care that align with diagnosis and long term recovery goals.
• Master Advanced Respiratory Modalities Deliver expert care using sophisticated ventilation and treatment technologies to stabilize patients and drive superior clinical outcomes during critical windows.
• Champion Real Time Clinical Communication Act as a vital link in the medical team by meticulously monitoring patient conditions and providing high fidelity data to ensure safe and effective care transitions.
• Empower Patients Through Specialized Education Provide compassionate guidance to patients and families regarding their health conditions while connecting them to essential community support and recovery programs.
• Support Rapid Emergency Resuscitation Respond with precision and decisive action as a key member of the emergency code team to provide life saving respiratory interventions during high pressure situations.

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

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

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) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRightsSp6.12.pdf) poster.

Min Salary: 42.25

Max Salary 57.15