Respiratory Therapist (RRT) PRN Days

About the role

Carolina Pines Regional Medical Center is a 116‑bed community hospital in Hartsville, SC, recognized with ScionHealth’s Platinum Award, eight consecutive “A” safety grades from Leapfrog, Top General Hospital honors from Leapfrog, and designation as a Great Community Hospital by Becker’s Hospital Review. The hospital provides a full continuum of services and holds accreditations in chest pain, stroke, heart failure, hip and knee replacement, sepsis, and more. The Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) delivers advanced respiratory care for patients across the lifespan with both acute and chronic cardiopulmonary conditions, performing critical diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, managing mechanical ventilation, and providing emergency respiratory support while collaborating with the multidisciplinary team to optimize patient outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage ventilator settings based on patient condition, blood gases, and physician direction.
• Perform advanced diagnostics such as arterial blood gas analysis, pulmonary function testing, EKG interpretation, and bronchoscopy support.
• Assist with rapid response and code blue interventions.
• Provide age‑specific therapy to neonates, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics.
• Educate patients and staff regarding respiratory treatments, equipment, and disease management.
• Lead or assist in staff orientation, training, and competency evaluations.
• Maintain documentation of all assessments, therapies, and outcomes in a timely manner.
• Ensure proper disinfection, maintenance, and operation of all respiratory equipment.
• Participate in quality improvement and performance monitoring initiatives.

Skills

• Advanced clinical knowledge of respiratory pathophysiology, equipment, and treatment protocols.
• Excellent assessment, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to function effectively under pressure and during emergencies.
• Proficiency with electronic medical record systems and documentation.
• Physical ability to lift and transport up to 50 lb and work prolonged shifts.
• Demonstrated leadership and mentoring abilities.

Qualifications

Education: Graduate of a two‑year AMA‑approved respiratory therapy program leading to RRT eligibility.

Licenses/Certifications:

• Current state license as a Respiratory Care Practitioner.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification as required by facility policy.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification as required by facility policy.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification as required by facility policy.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification as required by facility policy.

Experience: Three years of experience in respiratory therapy preferred, with demonstrated clinical proficiency in ventilator management, diagnostic testing, and critical care procedures.