Respiratory Therapist Nights

Community Health Systems•Corsicana, TX

About The Position

The Respiratory Therapist (RRT) administers pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic agents related to respiratory care procedures in accordance with physician orders and organizational policies. The role includes assessing patients, monitoring their responses, and implementing treatment plans to support respiratory care, disease prevention, and rehabilitation. The therapist documents care accurately, maintains patient safety, and collaborates with healthcare teams to provide high-quality care. This is a full-time night-shift position at Navarro Regional. The Respiratory Therapist works under the direction of an ordering physician or clinician. The posting describes immediate health insurance coverage, educational reimbursement, a 401(k), a SoFi program, career growth opportunities, shift differentials, and flexible scheduling.

Requirements

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential required.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification required.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification required.
For NICU work, Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification required.
For NICU work, STABLE neonatal certification required.
Georgia-specific: PALS and NRP certifications are required.
Georgia-specific: Complete the assigned SAMA course within 30 days of hire.
Proficiency in administering pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic respiratory procedures.
Strong communication skills for working with healthcare teams, patients, and families.
Skill in patient assessment, ventilator management, and airway maintenance.
Competence using electronic medical record (EMR) systems for documentation and reporting.
Knowledge of regulatory standards, safety protocols, and infection-control measures.
Commitment to continuous professional development and adherence to regulatory standards.
Regular and reliable attendance.

Nice To Haves

1–3 years of respiratory experience in an acute care setting preferred.

Responsibilities

Administer advanced respiratory treatments, perform assessments, and monitor patient responses.
Explain treatment modalities to patients before procedures to support cooperation and successful completion.
Perform and document arterial blood gas (ABG) punctures and promptly report results.
Assist physicians with bedside procedures as assigned.
Perform assigned testing procedures, including pulmonary testing.
Follow respiratory protocols and safety and regulatory standards during procedures.
Communicate with peers, healthcare staff, physicians, and leadership, and follow up on patient-care concerns.
Evaluate and maintain respiratory therapy equipment, including its function and cleanliness.
Implement written and verbal physician orders in accordance with respiratory care procedures.
Document respiratory treatments, assessments, and patient responses clearly and thoroughly.
Use personal protective equipment and patient-identification techniques in accordance with safety and infection-control standards.
Manage ventilator settings and maintain airways to support patient comfort and safety.
Respond to emergencies with appropriate interventions and collaboration with healthcare teams.
Apply age-specific considerations when providing oxygen therapy.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance and comply with organizational policies and standards.
Perform other duties as assigned.