Respiratory Therapist

$40 per hour Position: Respiratory Therapist (RT) Location: Midtown Nashville Schedule: Per Diem/PRN; Nights, 7pm - 7am Select Specialty Hospital - Nashville is a critical illness recovery hospital committed to providing world‑class inpatient post‑ICU services to chronic, critically ill patients who require extended healing and recovery. Respiratory Therapists (RT) play a central role in providing compassionate, excellent treatment every step of the way. Why Join Us Start Strong: Extensive RT orientation program for a smooth transition. Opportunity for Advancement: Demonstrate skills and dedication for potential full‑time opportunities. Your Impact Matters: Join a team dedicated to exceptional patient care. Responsibilities Evaluate patients and recommend appropriate treatment plans. Provide respiratory care to patients with critical and complex medical and surgical conditions. Perform insertion and removal of endotracheal tubes. Promote continuous quality improvement. Teach and counsel patients/families. Perform other duties as assigned. Minimum Requirements Active CRT or RRT credential from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) or state equivalent. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification by start date. Current state licensure. ACLS required upon hire (Agency RT must have ACLS upon first shift). Preferred Qualifications One (1) year of related experience. #J-18808-Ljbffr