Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Nights

Taphealthcare • Rutherfordton, NC

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About The Position

Tap Healthcare Solutions is seeking a dedicated Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to join a nighttime respiratory care team in Rutherfordton, North Carolina. The therapist will assess patients with respiratory and cardiopulmonary conditions, administer prescribed treatments, monitor respiratory function, and assist with interventions that support breathing and oxygenation. Working alongside physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals, the therapist will help ensure patients receive timely, effective, and compassionate respiratory care throughout the night.

This opportunity is suited to a licensed respiratory care professional who can deliver patient-centered care during scheduled night shifts. Compensation is $58,000–$79,000 annually, determined by experience, clinical expertise, certifications, acute-care background, qualifications, and overall alignment with the position. Tap Healthcare Solutions offers support throughout the hiring process, including clear communication and personalized attention.

Requirements

• Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy.
• Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential.
• Applicable North Carolina respiratory care license.
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification.
• Current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification.
• Current Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification.
• Current Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification.
• Ability to work scheduled night shifts.
• Strong understanding of respiratory therapy principles, cardiopulmonary assessment, and therapeutic interventions.
• Effective communication, clinical documentation, and interdisciplinary collaboration skills.
• Commitment to safe, evidence-based, patient-centered respiratory care.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience providing respiratory therapy services in an acute-care or hospital environment.
• Experience supporting patients requiring oxygen therapy, airway management, or mechanical ventilation.
• Familiarity with adult, pediatric, and neonatal respiratory care practices.
• Experience responding to respiratory emergencies and changes in patient conditions.
• Strong critical-thinking skills and ability to work independently during overnight shifts.
• Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary healthcare teams in a fast-paced clinical setting.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients with respiratory and cardiopulmonary conditions.
• Administer prescribed respiratory treatments.
• Monitor respiratory function.
• Assist with interventions that support breathing and oxygenation.
• Provide timely, effective, and compassionate respiratory care during overnight hours.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
• Monitor patients and respond to respiratory emergencies and changes in patient conditions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree