Weekend Respiratory Therapist — Sat & Sun Shifts

Nashville Center For Rehabilitation and Healing; La Vergne (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Nashville Center For Rehabilitation and Healing in Tennessee seeks a full-time Respiratory Therapist to join our skilled nursing team. The RT will evaluate and treat residents independently, participate in IDT meetings, and perform a wide range of bedside respiratory interventions to improve patient experience.

Candidates must hold an AS/BS in Respiratory Therapy from a COARC-accredited program, be licensed (RRT/CRT) in the practicing state, and possess BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Graduate of COARC accredited AS or BS Respiratory program.
• Licensed as RRT or CRT.
• Licensed in the state in which practicing.
• BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient assessments and implement respiratory therapies to support geriatric patients in a skilled nursing setting.
• Initiate therapies, document patient records, operate and maintain equipment.
• Provide bedside treatments and educate nursing staff quarterly.
• Document daily, weekly and monthly activities and participate in IDT meetings.
• Manage caseload and perform respiratory interventions including airway clearance and ventilation support.

Job description

Nashville Center For Rehabilitation and Healing in Tennessee seeks a full-time Respiratory Therapist to join our skilled nursing team. The RT will evaluate and treat residents independently, participate in IDT meetings, and perform a wide range of bedside respiratory interventions to improve patient experience.

Candidates must hold an AS/BS in Respiratory Therapy from a COARC-accredited program, be licensed (RRT/CRT) in the practicing state, and possess BLS certification.