PRN/As Needed Do you have the PRN career opportunities as a(an) Respiratory Therapist PRN you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join TriStar Summit Medical Center which is part of the nations leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare. Job Summary and Qualifications The Respiratory Therapist coordinates and delivers high-quality, patient-centered respiratory care in accordance with the nature and specific requirements of the department, and consistent with the scope and standards of practice for the relevant state and specialty.
As a vital part of the patient care team, the Respiratory Therapist performs a variety of diagnostic tests and therapeutic procedures and monitors patients receiving invasive and noninvasive mechanical ventilation.
in this role: You will perform and document patient assessment , including breath sounds, airway patency, and cuff pressure. You will conduct diagnostic procedures to evaluate the need for, and response to, respiratory therapy. You will administer respiratory care therapies, including oxygen delivery, aerosol medication delivery, and chest physiotherapy.
You will assist with placement of artificial airways. You will initiate , monitor, and maintain mechanical ventilation. You will monitor patient for therapeutic response.
You will notify provider and intervene as appropriate in the event of an unintended response. You will assist with transportation of ventilator-dependent patients. You will respond to emergent patient situations and ensure airway integrity and adequate ventilation during resuscitation as required .
What qualifications you will need: ACLS must be obtained within 6 months of employment start date NRP must be obtained within 6 months of employment start date Associate Degree BLS must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date TN Respiratory Therapist licensure; (NBRC-CRT) Certified Respiratory Therapist, or (NBRC-RRT) Registered Respiratory Therapist must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date PALS must be obtained within 6 months of employment start date Benefits TriStar Summit Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues.
The available plans and programs include some or all of the following: Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence Savings and retirement resources , including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts Learn more about Employee Benefits Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and position.
TriStar Summit is a 230+ bed comprehensive facility. We serve Davidson, Wilson and surrounding counties. We include a Level III Trauma Center.
We offer a full array of acute care services. These include cardiology, oncology, orthopaedics/spine, rehabilitation and women’s services. We are an Accredited Chest Pain Center with PCI.
We are a Primary Stroke Center. TriStar Summit is a leading provider of emergency heart and stroke care. "Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do." - Dr.
Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA Healthcare Co-Founder If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Respiratory Therapist PRN opening. We review all applications.
Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today! We are an equal opportunity employer.
We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status #LI-MS19