Registered Respiratory Therapist Float

Location: Nashville, TN | Facility: Ascension Saint Thomas | Department: Respiratory Float

About the role

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ 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.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient needs to develop and implement precise respiratory care plans based on specific diagnoses.
• Expertly manage and monitor high-level respiratory equipment and treatments, adjusting protocols based on patient outcomes.
• Act as a core member of the emergency resuscitation team, providing life-saving intervention during critical codes.
• Vigilantly monitor and document patient conditions, ensuring the medical team is informed of real-time changes.
• Empower families with the knowledge to manage health conditions and connect them with vital community support resources.

Requirements

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• One or more of the following required:
  • Respiratory Care Practitioner obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
  • Respiratory Therapist specializing in Registered credentialed from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
  • Respiratory Therapist credentialed from the Tennessee Board of Respiratory Care obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
• Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Certification specializing in Neonatal Resuscitation credentialed from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) preferred.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Benefits

• Retirement: 403(b) plan
• Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

Schedule

PRN | Night Shift