PRN Respiratory Therapist - Night Shift

Azza HealthCare Agency; Austell (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Azza HealthCare Agency is seeking a Respiratory Therapist III to provide advanced respiratory care in critical care settings, manage ventilators, administer medications, and assess patients. The role includes education for patients and staff and participation in PI projects.

The RT III collaborates with healthcare teams to ensure safety and high-quality care with adherence to protocols and evidence-based practices.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Therapy.
• Valid credentials: RCP, NBRC-RRT, BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP.
• Minimum two years of critical care experience across units.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive respiratory therapy including aerosolized meds, oxygen, and ventilator management.
• Assess patients and collaborate with healthcare team to develop and implement care plans.
• Perform invasive and non-invasive procedures, ABG sampling, and pulmonary diagnostics.
• Educate patients and support staff, serving as a preceptor for new employees and students.
• Ensure safety and quality through accurate documentation and PI participation.

Skills

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Computer literacy

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Therapy

Job description

Role Overview

The Respiratory Therapist III provides advanced respiratory care, including medication administration, ventilator management, airway procedures, and patient assessment in critical care settings. They deliver personalized patient education, collaborate with healthcare teams, and mentor new staff and students. The role emphasizes quality patient care, safety, and participation in performance improvement initiatives. Additionally, RT III actively promotes evidence-based practices and contributes to process enhancements through PI projects.

Role Overview

The Respiratory Therapist III provides advanced respiratory care, including medication administration, ventilator management, airway procedures, and patient assessment in critical care settings. They deliver personalized patient education, collaborate with healthcare teams, and mentor new staff and students. The role emphasizes quality patient care, safety, and participation in performance improvement initiatives. Additionally, RT III actively promotes evidence-based practices and contributes to process enhancements through PI projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive respiratory therapy, including aerosolized medications, bronchial hygiene, oxygen therapy, and ventilator management.
• Assess patients and collaborate with the healthcare team to develop and implement care plans.
• Perform invasive and non-invasive procedures, arterial blood gas sampling, and pulmonary diagnostics.
• Educate patients and support staff, serving as a preceptor for new employees and students.
• Ensure safety and quality through accurate documentation, adherence to protocols, and participation in PI initiatives.

Qualifications & Skills

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Therapy.
• Valid certifications including RCP, NBRC-RRT, BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP.
• Minimum of two years of critical care clinical experience across various units.
• Strong communication, critical thinking, and interpersonal skills; proficient with computer systems and databases.