PRN Respiratory Therapist

Live Well Homecare; Austell (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Live Well Homecare seeks a Respiratory Therapist II to provide complex respiratory care in critical care settings. You will independently manage ventilators, conduct airway procedures, and interpret arterial blood gases while educating patients and staff.

A collaborative team environment and patient safety are emphasized. The role requires an Associate's or Bachelor's in Respiratory Therapy (preferred) with NBRC-RRT, BLS, and ACLS certifications, and 0–2 years of clinical experience.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's in Respiratory Therapy (preferred).
• NBRC-RRT, Respiratory Care Prof, BLS, ACLS certifications required or preferred.
• 0-2 years clinical experience; at least 6 months in critical care.
• Strong communication, critical thinking and computer skills.
• Ability to establish effective relationships with healthcare professionals.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients and collaborate on care planning.
• Administer aerosolized meds, oxygen and medical gases.
• Manage ventilators, weaning, and waveform interpretation.
• Perform airway procedures and arterial blood sampling.
• Educate patients and mentor staff; support staff development.
• Ensure safety through accurate documentation and compliance with safety protocols.
• Participate in quality improvement and evidence-based practices.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication

Computer skills

Team collaboration

Patient education

Education

AS/BS in Respiratory Therapy

NBRC-RRT, BLS, ACLS

Job description

The Respiratory Therapist II provides complex respiratory care, medication administration, and patient assessments in critical care settings. They independently manage ventilators, perform airway procedures, analyze arterial blood gases, and educate patients and staff. The role emphasizes delivering high-quality, safe, and evidence-based care while fostering a collaborative team environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess patients and collaborate on care planning
• Administer aerosolized medications, oxygen, and medical gases
• Manage ventilators, perform weaning, and interpret waveforms
• Conduct airway procedures, arterial blood sampling, and pulmonary testing
• Educate patients, mentor new staff, and support staff development
• Ensure safety through accurate documentation, charting, and compliance with safety protocols
• Participate in quality improvement and evidence-based practices

Qualifications & Skills

• Associate's or Bachelor's in Respiratory Therapy (preferred)
• Licenses and certifications: NBRC-RRT, Respiratory Care Prof, BLS, and ACLS
• 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