Respiratory Therapist II PRN

LiveWell Homecare Agency; Roswell (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, perform medication administration, and assess patients, primarily in critical care settings.

You will manage ventilator support, airway care, and arterial blood gas analysis, while educating patients, families, and staff, and collaborating on care plans to ensure high-quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Therapy (preferred).
• Certifications: NBRC-RRT, Respiratory Care Professional, BLS, ACLS (required upon hire).
• 0-2 years of clinical experience, with at least 6 months in critical care.
• Strong communication, critical thinking, and relationship-building skills.
• Computer proficiency and familiarity with databases.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care through assessments, therapy planning, and execution, including ventilator management, airway care, and arterial blood gas analysis.
• Educate patients, families, staff, and students on respiratory needs and procedures.
• Collaborate with healthcare team members to develop and implement care plans.
• Ensure a safe, quality environment by promoting accurate documentation, medication safety, and evidence-based practices.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and compliance with institutional policies.

Skills

Communication

Critical thinking

Relationship-building

Education

Respiratory Therapy degree

Tools

Databases

Job description

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

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide patient care through assessments, therapy planning, and execution, including ventilator management, airway care, and arterial blood gas analysis.
• Educate patients, families, staff, and students on respiratory needs and procedures.
• Collaborate with healthcare team members to develop and implement care plans.
• Ensure a safe, quality environment by promoting accurate documentation, medication safety, and evidence-based practices.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and compliance with institutional policies.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Therapy (preferred).
• Certifications: NBRC-RRT, Respiratory Care Professional, BLS, ACLS (required upon hire).
• 0-2 years of clinical experience, with at least 6 months in critical care.
• Strong communication, critical thinking, and relationship-building skills.
• Computer proficiency and familiarity with databases.

Additional Notes: The role emphasizes independent decision-making, mentorship, and commitment to high-quality patient care in a team-oriented environment.