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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.

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