Night Respiratory Therapist II: Critical Care

3110 Kennestone Hospital, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $15,000

Relocation up to $10,000

Job summary

Wellstar Health System is seeking a Respiratory Therapist II to deliver advanced respiratory care in critical care areas, including ventilator management and patient education. The role emphasizes independent decision-making, coordination with the care team, and staff development.

Qualifications include an accredited RT program with science coursework, AS/BS degrees, and licensure (NBRC-RRT, RCP, BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP). Night shift with sign-on and relocation incentives available.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited respiratory therapy education program with minimally 20 quarter hours of science.
• Associate’s Degree (AS) required; Bachelor's Degree required.
• Licenses: NBRC-RRT, RCP, BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP or equivalents as stated.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care and education in critical care settings.
• Administer aerosolized medications and manage ventilator therapy.
• Assess patients and collaborate with the health care team.
• Mentor new employees and students; support staff education.
• Ensure safe electronic orders, charting and patient safety.

Skills

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Computer skills

Education

AS degree

BS degree

Science coursework 20 qtr hrs

Job description

Wellstar Health System is seeking a Respiratory Therapist II to deliver advanced respiratory care in critical care areas, including ventilator management and patient education. The role emphasizes independent decision-making, coordination with the care team, and staff development.

Qualifications include an accredited RT program with science coursework, AS/BS degrees, and licensure (NBRC-RRT, RCP, BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP). Night shift with sign-on and relocation incentives available.