Respiratory Therapist - PRN, Days
Vetted Solutions · Maryville, TN · 5 days ago
HealthcareFull-time
About the role
Provide patient care in ICU and critical-care settings, following physician orders and departmental policies. Perform respiratory procedures, manage invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilation, airway management, and blood-gas analysis. Communicate effectively with the healthcare team, document procedures, and educate patients and families as appropriate. Adhere to infection-control and quality standards.
Responsibilities
- Deliver respiratory care in ICU and critical-care environments
- Perform respiratory procedures and manage mechanical ventilation (invasive and non-invasive)
- Handle airway management and blood-gas analysis
- Collaborate with healthcare team members
- Document all procedures accurately
- Educate patients and families as needed
- Maintain infection-control and quality standards
Requirements
- Associate degree or equivalent experience
- Valid Respiratory Care Practitioner license
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential
- Current certifications: BLS, NRP, PALS, ACLS (must be maintained)
Skills
- Ability to treat patients across all age groups (neonates to geriatric)
- Excellent clinical and communication skills
Schedule
Day shifts.