Critical Care Respiratory Therapist II — Night Shift

Society of Critical Care Medicine; Georgia; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellstar Kennestone Hospital in Georgia seeks a Respiratory Therapist II to deliver advanced respiratory care in critical care areas during night shifts. You will manage ventilators, perform assessments, educate patients and families, and participate in staff development and Quality initiatives.

The role requires 0–2 years of clinical experience with at least 6 months in critical care, and active/licensed credentials per hire requirements.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Respiratory Therapy required; Bachelors preferred.
• Minimum certifications per hire requirements are expected.
• 0-2 years clinical experience with at least 6 months in critical care.

Responsibilities

• Administers medications and delivers respiratory care per protocol.
• Ventilator management, weaning, and airway support.
• Educates patients and families; coordinates care with the health care team.
• Documents care and contributes to quality and safety initiatives.

Skills

Critical care

Ventilator management

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy

Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Therapy (preferred)

Job description

Wellstar Kennestone Hospital in Georgia seeks a Respiratory Therapist II to deliver advanced respiratory care in critical care areas during night shifts. You will manage ventilators, perform assessments, educate patients and families, and participate in staff development and Quality initiatives.

The role requires 0–2 years of clinical experience with at least 6 months in critical care, and active/licensed credentials per hire requirements.