PRN Respiratory Therapist

Live Well Homecare; Austell (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Respiratory Therapist II at Live Well Homecare provides advanced respiratory care in critical settings, including ventilator management, airway procedures, and arterial blood gas analysis. You will educate patients and staff while collaborating with healthcare teams to improve outcomes.

This role emphasizes compassionate service, professional development, and adherence to evidence-based practices to ensure patient safety and high-quality care across shifts.

Qualifications

• Associates or Bachelors in Respiratory Therapy.
• Certifications: NBRC-RRT, RCP, BLS, ACLS (all required upon hire).
• 0-2 years of clinical experience, with at least 6 months in critical care.
• Strong communication, critical thinking, and computer skills.
• Ability to establish effective relationships with healthcare professionals.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive patient care, documentation, and education.
• Perform ventilator management, airway procedures, and respiratory therapies.
• Assess patients and collaborate on care planning.
• Mentor and educate new employees, students, and peers.
• Ensure safety through accurate documentation, medication safety, and compliance with safety standards.
• Participate in invasive and non-invasive procedures, pulmonary testing, and cardiac services as needed.

Skills

Communication

Critical thinking

Computer skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associates in Respiratory Therapy

Bachelors in Respiratory Therapy

Job description

Role Overview

The Respiratory Therapist II provides advanced respiratory care, medication administration, and patient assessment, primarily in critical care settings. They independently manage ventilators, perform airway procedures, analyze arterial blood gases, and educate patients and staff. The role involves collaboration with healthcare teams, supporting quality improvement initiatives, and ensuring patient safety through adherence to policies and evidence-based practices.

Role Overview

The Respiratory Therapist II provides advanced respiratory care, medication administration, and patient assessment, primarily in critical care settings. They independently manage ventilators, perform airway procedures, analyze arterial blood gases, and educate patients and staff. The role involves collaboration with healthcare teams, supporting quality improvement initiatives, and ensuring patient safety through adherence to policies and evidence-based practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive patient care, documentation, and education
• Perform ventilator management, airway procedures, and respiratory therapies
• Assess patients and collaborate on care planning
• Mentor and educate new employees, students, and peers
• Ensure safety through accurate documentation, medication safety, and compliance with safety standards
• Participate in invasive and non-invasive procedures, pulmonary testing, and cardiac services as needed

Qualifications & Skills

• Associates or Bachelors in Respiratory Therapy
• Certifications: NBRC-RRT, RCP, BLS, ACLS (all required upon hire)
• 0-2 years of clinical experience, with at least 6 months in critical care
• Strong communication, critical thinking, and computer skills
• Ability to establish effective relationships with healthcare professionals

Additional Information

The role emphasizes compassionate service, professional development, and a team-oriented environment to enhance patient outcomes and staff growth.