Night-Shift Respiratory Therapist II, Critical Care

Society of Critical Care Medicine; Georgia; On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Respiratory Therapist II at WellStar Health System in Georgia provides critical care respiratory support, ventilator management, ABG analysis, and patient education. You collaborate with the care team to deliver high-quality care and mentor newer staff in a fast-paced ICU setting.

Requirements include 0-2 years ICU experience, NBRC-RRT and RCP certifications, and strong communication, critical thinking, and computer skills.

Qualifications

• Associates or Bachelors in Respiratory Therapy.
• NBRC-RRT and RCP certifications required.
• 0-2 years clinical experience with ICU exposure preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient care in critical care with ventilator management.
• Administers aerosolized medication and oxygen therapy.
• Performs arterial blood gas sampling and analysis.
• Educates patients and mentors staff.
• Collaborates with health care team in planning care.
• Ensures a safe and quality patient care environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Computer skills

Education

AS/BS in Respiratory Therapy

Job description

The Respiratory Therapist II at WellStar Health System in Georgia provides critical care respiratory support, ventilator management, ABG analysis, and patient education. You collaborate with the care team to deliver high-quality care and mentor newer staff in a fast-paced ICU setting.

Requirements include 0-2 years ICU experience, NBRC-RRT and RCP certifications, and strong communication, critical thinking, and computer skills.