Night Lead Respiratory Therapist - NICU Expert

WellStar Health System; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellstar Health System seeks a Lead Respiratory Therapist with NICU experience to direct daily shift activities and ensure safe, high-quality patient care. The role includes onboarding, precepting, and serving as a clinical resource for staff, physicians, patients, and families.

The position requires active respiratory therapy licensure in Georgia, BLS/ACLS/PALS certifications, and at least two years in critical care settings, including NICU.

Qualifications

• Required minimum education: Associates in Respiratory Therapy or Bachelors preferred.
• Must hold active GA Respiratory Care Professional License.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee daily activities of assigned shift with independent judgment.
• Lead shift with patient care, safety, and collaboration.
• Provide resources and support, monitor equipment, and ensure staff have tools to perform their jobs.
• Assist with orientation and training for new employees and student rotations.
• Maintain staff education records and participate in PI initiatives.
• Rounds on patients to evaluate quality and appropriateness of care.

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Delegation skills

Multitasking

Time management

Communication

Education

Associates Respiratory Therapy

Bachelors Respiratory Therapy

BLS

ACLS

PALS

NBRC Credential: RRT

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

Wellstar Health System seeks a Lead Respiratory Therapist with NICU experience to direct daily shift activities and ensure safe, high-quality patient care. The role includes onboarding, precepting, and serving as a clinical resource for staff, physicians, patients, and families.

The position requires active respiratory therapy licensure in Georgia, BLS/ACLS/PALS certifications, and at least two years in critical care settings, including NICU.