Respiratory Therapist – Full Time Night Shift

LiveWell Homecare Agency; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

LiveWell Homecare Agency seeks a Respiratory Therapist II to deliver complex respiratory care and assessments, primarily in critical care settings. You will administer medications, educate patients, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to optimize outcomes.

The role requires an Associate or Bachelor’s in Respiratory Therapy with NBRC-RRT, RCP, BLS, and ACLS certifications, plus 0–2 years of experience, including at least 6 months in critical care.

Qualifications

• Requires an Associates or Bachelor's in Respiratory Therapy and NBRC-RRT, RCP, BLS, ACLS certifications.
• 0-2 years of clinical experience, with at least 6 months in critical care.
• Excellent communication, critical thinking and computer skills; ability to build professional relationships.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient education and collaborate with healthcare teams.
• Manage ventilators and monitor respiratory status.
• Perform arterial blood gas sampling and contribute to invasive/non-invasive procedures.
• Ensure safe, high-quality care and promote evidence-based practices.
• Support staff development and participate in quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication

Team collaboration

Computer literacy

Education

Associates or Bachelor's in Respiratory Therapy

NBRC-RRT

RCP

BLS

ACLS

Tools

Ventilators

ABG sampling

Job description

Role: Respiratory Therapist II responsible for delivering complex respiratory care, medication administration, and patient assessments primarily in critical care areas.

Key Duties: Provides patient education, collaborates with healthcare teams, manages ventilators, performs arterial blood gas sampling, and assists with invasive and non-invasive procedures. Ensures safe, high-quality care, promotes evidence-based practices, and supports staff and student development.

Qualifications & Skills: Requires an Associates or Bachelors in Respiratory Therapy, NBRC-RRT, RCP, BLS, and ACLS certifications. 0-2 years of clinical experience, with at least 6 months in critical care. Must have excellent communication, critical thinking, and computer skills, along with the ability to establish professional relationships.

Core Focus: Patient assessment, therapy planning, documentation, promoting a team-oriented environment, ensuring safety, and participating in quality improvement initiatives. Must adhere to organizational policies and standards.