Respiratory Therapist II (RRT) – Non-NICU

LiveWell Homecare Agency; Roswell (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Respiratory Therapist II at LiveWell Homecare Agency provides advanced respiratory care, including ventilator management and arterial blood gas analysis, in critical care settings. You will assess patients and educate families and staff while ensuring safe, evidence-based practice.

Requirements include an Associate’s or Bachelor’s in Respiratory Therapy, NBRC-RRT certification, BLS/ACLS, and 0–2 years of clinical experience with at least 6 months in critical care.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Therapy (preferred).
• NBRC-RRT certification, BLS and ACLS.
• 0-2 years of clinical experience with at least 6 months in critical care.

Responsibilities

• Administer aerosolized medications, perform ventilator management, arterial blood gas analysis, and airway procedures.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams for comprehensive patient care planning.
• Provide education to patients, families, and new staff or students.
• Promote a safe, quality environment through accurate documentation, compliance, and performance improvement initiatives.
• Support a positive team environment and foster professional development.

Skills

Communication

Critical thinking

Computer literacy

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's in Respiratory Therapy

Tools

NBRC-RRT

BLS

ACLS

Job description

Role Overview:

The Respiratory Therapist II provides advanced respiratory care, including medication administration, ventilator management, airway procedures, and patient assessment in critical care settings. They deliver patient-centered care, addressing biological, emotional, developmental, and psychosocial needs, while educating patients, families, staff, and students.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administer aerosolized medications, perform ventilator management, arterial blood gas analysis, and airway procedures.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams for comprehensive patient care planning.
• Provide education to patients, families, and new staff or students.
• Promote a safe, quality environment through accurate documentation, compliance, and performance improvement initiatives.
• Support a positive team environment and foster professional development.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Associates or Bachelors in Respiratory Therapy (preferred).
• Certifications: NBRC-RRT, Respiratory Care Professional, 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.