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Nacogdoches, Texas

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Respiratory TherapistFull-Time

Compensation

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Job Description

This position may qualify for a sign-on bonus

The RRT is to provide respiratory care for all patients in all areas of NMC.

Responsible for airway management procedures (including but not limited to oxygen therapy, ventilator set up and maintenance, emergency procedures, respiratory therapy treatment modalities), arterial punctures, and EKG procedures to patients in assigned areas.

Responsible for complete documentation according to the hospital and departmental policies and procedures. Reports change in status of patient and/or patient diagnostic procedure results to physician and/or appropriate hospital personnel.

Nacogdoches Medical Center Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

At Nacogdoches Medical Center, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and

programs include:

  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
  • Generous paid time off
  • Career development and continuing education opportunities
  • Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
  • Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
  • Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status: Nacogdoches Medical Center has been serving the East Texas community for nearly 50 yearswith a focus on caring for patients and a strong team environment.

Service lines at the hospital include obstetrics and gynecology, cardiology (including a cath lab and electrophysiology capabilities), cancer care, neuroscience (Brainlab technology and stroke treatments) and weight loss surgery. Theseservices help the medical center provide treatment options close to home for patients. Join our team!

Key Responsibilities

The Registered Respiratory Therapist is responsible for providing comprehensive respiratory care, including airway management, ventilator maintenance, and emergency procedures for patients. They must also perform diagnostic procedures like EKG and arterial punctures while maintaining accurate clinical documentation.

Requirements

Candidates must be graduates of an accredited school of respiratory care and have completed clinical rotations. Required certifications include NBRC Registry, CPR, and licensure from the Texas Department of Health.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Ventilator setupRoutine therapyER-ICU critical careABG's

Respiratory Therapy Career Context

Of the 50 active Respiratory Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 54% have no call, 48% require no weekends.

Respiratory Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.8% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Texas is 97.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 57.7% of Texas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Location & Logistics

Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.

Top Respiratory Therapist Jobs

36 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution25 jobs

8
<$95k
10
$95k-110k
3
$110k-125k
4
$125k-140k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks22 jobs

401k / retirement match
82% this job
Sign-on bonus
45% this job
Relocation assistance
14%
PSLF eligible
14%
Loan repayment
9%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Respiratory Therapist

Sutter Health · Sacramento, California

$47.68-$66.75/hr
#2

Respiratory Therapist II

Marian Regional Medical Center · Santa Maria, California

$52.03-$64.05/hr
#3

Respiratory Therapist – CRT/RRT

$45.05 - $63.70/hr
#4

Respiratory Therapist II

$41.41-$62.92/hr
+ 34 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 3.0this job 3.0
Better work-life than 50% of Respiratory Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,913 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Nacogdoches

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$255k
Typical market rent
$1,075/mo
Residents’ average commute
16 min
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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10,000+ employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
Generous paid time off
Career development and continuing education opportunities
Health savings accounts
Employee Assistance program
Employee discount program
Voluntary benefits (pet insurance, legal insurance, etc.)