Respiratory Therapist
Ascension
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Description
- Assess patient needs to develop and implement precise respiratory care plans based on specific diagnoses.
- Expertly manage and monitor high-level respiratory equipment and treatments, adjusting protocols based on patient outcomes.
- Act as a core member of the emergency resuscitation team, providing life-saving intervention during critical codes.
- Vigilantly monitor and document patient conditions, ensuring the medical team is informed of real-time changes.
- Empower families with the knowledge to manage health conditions and connect them with vital community support resources.
Qualifications
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
- BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American HeartAssociation or American Red Cross accepted.
- Respiratory Therapist specializing in Registered credentialed from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date required.
- Respiratory Therapist credentialed from the Tennessee Board of Respiratory Care obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
Education:
- High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
Equal employment opportunity employer
Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.
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About this role
Ascension's Nashville respiratory therapy position centers on direct patient care in a hospital setting, where you'll assess respiratory conditions, design individualized treatment plans, and manage sophisticated breathing equipment while continuously monitoring patient progress. The role demands quick clinical judgment—you'll be called to emergency codes as part of the resuscitation team and must communicate real-time changes to the broader medical staff. Beyond bedside care, you'll also educate patients and families on managing their conditions and help connect them to community resources.
To qualify, you'll need Tennessee respiratory therapist licensure before your start date, along with BLS certification within your first month and NBRC registration within six months. The minimum entry path is a high school diploma plus two years of relevant work experience, though an associate's or technical degree can substitute for experience. Ascension, a large nonprofit Catholic health system, emphasizes a collaborative culture and positions itself as an inclusive employer; the role is full-time and in-office in Nashville.
Typical pay for this role
$80,000
Typical range: $80,000 to $100,000
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