Registered Respiratory Therapist II NP – NICU

LiveWell Homecare Agency, LLC; Austell (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

LiveWell Homecare Agency, LLC in Austell, GA is seeking an experienced Respiratory Therapist II to provide advanced respiratory care in critical care settings. You will independently manage ventilators, perform airway procedures, analyze blood gases, and educate patients and staff.

The role requires 0-2 years of clinical experience, strong communication, and proficiency with healthcare databases; licensure as RRT/RCP and BLS/ACLS/PALS/NRP is expected.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited respiratory therapy program with science coursework.
• 0-2 years of clinical and critical care experience.
• Strong communication, critical thinking, and relationship-building skills.
• Proficiency in computer skills and familiarity with healthcare databases.
• Licenses & Certifications: Registered Respiratory Therapist, Respiratory Care Professional, BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP (all instructor or provisional statuses as specified).

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality patient care through assessments, therapy planning, and collaboration with healthcare team members.
• Administer aerosolized medications, perform ventilator management, airway management, and pulmonary diagnostics.
• Ensure patient safety, accurate documentation, and promote evidence-based practices.
• Participate in staff development, patient education, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Support invasive and non-invasive procedures and contribute to a positive, team-oriented environment.

Skills

Communication

Relationship building

Critical thinking

Computer skills

Healthcare databases

Education

Respiratory therapy degree

Tools

RRT

RCP

BLS

ACLS

PALS

NRP

Job description

Role Overview:

The Respiratory Therapist II provides advanced respiratory care, medication administration, and patient assessments in critical care settings. They independently manage ventilators, perform airway procedures, analyze blood gases, and educate patients and staff.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver high-quality patient care through assessments, therapy planning, and collaboration with healthcare team members.


• Administer aerosolized medications, perform ventilator management, airway management, and pulmonary diagnostics.


• Ensure patient safety, accurate documentation, and promote evidence-based practices.


• Participate in staff development, patient education, and quality improvement initiatives.


• Support invasive and non-invasive procedures and contribute to a positive, team-oriented environment.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Graduate of an accredited respiratory therapy program with science coursework.


• 0-2 years of clinical and critical care experience.


• Strong communication, critical thinking, and relationship-building skills.


• Proficiency in computer skills and familiarity with healthcare databases.


• Licenses & Certifications: Registered Respiratory Therapist, Respiratory Care Professional, BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP (all instructor or provisional statuses as specified).

Additional Requirements:

Adherence to policies, participation in ongoing professional development, and commitment to providing compassionate, safe, and effective respiratory care.