Respiratory Therapist RRT Nights PRN

Respiratory TherapistPer Diem

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Job Description

Respiratory Therapists are also eligible for up to $10,000 in Student Loan
Repayment!

Why You’ll Love Working Here!

* My Health – Medical, Dental, and Vision plans. Flexible Spending Accounts and
Employee Assistance Programs
* My Future – PTO and Sick Time,  401(k) with Employer Match, Short-Term and
Long-Term Disability
* CHS Pathways - Student Loan Repayment, Educational Support, and Licensure and
Certification Reimbursement, Opportunities for career advancement
* My Advantage - Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Life and
Long-Term Care Insurance, Pet Insurance 
* Employee Referral Bonus Program, Reward and Recognition Programs and much
more!
* Benefit eligible employees may be eligible for up to $10,000 in Student Loan
Repayment

Job Summary

The Respiratory Therapist - RRT is responsible for the administration of
pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic agents related to respiratory care
procedures, following physician orders. This includes performing assessments,
monitoring patient responses, and implementing treatment plans to promote
effective respiratory care, disease prevention, and rehabilitation. The
Respiratory Therapist ensures accurate documentation, maintains patient safety,
and collaborates with healthcare teams to deliver high-quality patient care. The
Respiratory Therapist works under the direction of ordering physician/clinician
as well as established organizational policies and procedures.

Schedule: Nights, PRN, as needed, schedule varies

Qualifications

* 1-3 years of respiratory experience in an acute care setting preferred

Licenses and Certifications

* RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist required
* BCLS - Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire required
* ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support required
* PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support required
* NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation if working in the NICU Department required
* STABLE - Neonatal Certification if working in the NICU Department required

Essential Functions

* Administers advanced respiratory treatments, performs assessments, and
monitors patient responses to ensure effective care.
* Orients patient to treatment modality prior to procedure in order to
facilitate patient’s cooperation and successful completion of the treatment
process.
* Performs and documents Arterial Blood Gas (ABG) punctures accurately,
reporting results promptly.
* Assists physicians with bedside procedures as assigned.
* Performs testing procedures, such as pulmonary testing procedures, as
assigned.
* Follows respiratory protocols, ensuring adherence to safety guidelines and
regulatory standards during all procedures.
* Communicates effectively with peers, healthcare staff, physicians, and
leadership, ensuring timely information flow and follow-up on patient care
concerns.
* Evaluates and maintains respiratory therapy equipment, ensuring proper
functioning, cleanliness, and adherence to safety standards.
* Accurately implements written or verbal physician orders, ensuring compliance
with established respiratory care procedures.
* Provides clear, legible, and thorough documentation of all respiratory
treatments, assessments, and patient responses, maintaining compliance with
policies.
* Ensures proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and patient
identification techniques to maintain safety and compliance with infection
control standards.
* Manages ventilator settings and airway maintenance, ensuring optimal patient
comfort and safety during respiratory support.
* Demonstrates skill and judgment in emergency situations, initiating
appropriate interventions and collaborating with healthcare teams to
stabilize patients.
* Implements age-specific care considerations for oxygen therapy, tailoring
treatment to meet patient needs across all populations.
* Performs other duties as assigned.

Key Responsibilities

The Respiratory Therapist administers pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic respiratory treatments while monitoring patient responses and implementing care plans. They collaborate with healthcare teams to manage ventilator settings, perform bedside procedures, and ensure accurate documentation of patient care.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

BLS

Key Skills

Patient assessmentArterial blood gas analysisVentilator managementEmergency interventionPharmacological administrationDiagnostic testingInterdisciplinary collaboration

Respiratory Therapy Career Context

Of the 50 active Respiratory Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 76% have no call, 62% require no weekends.

Respiratory Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 4.8% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Arizona is 100.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.3% of Arizona clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks13 jobs

401k / retirement match
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CME allowance
23%
Sign-on bonus
8%
Loan repayment
8% this job
Relocation assistance
8%

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About Community Health Systems Professional Services

Hospitals and Health Care
Franklin, TN
10,000+ employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
Flexible Spending Accounts
Employee Assistance Programs
PTO and Sick Time
401(k) with Employer Match
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
Student Loan Repayment up to $10,000
Educational Support