Respiratory Therapist - NICU, Nights

Piedmont Healthcare; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist to join their team in Atlanta. In this vital role, you will perform patient assessments and deliver critical care respiratory procedures, including care for newborns. You will be responsible for blood gas analysis and patient education, ensuring the highest standards of care in both adult and neonatal settings. This position offers the chance to make a significant impact on patient outcomes while working in a supportive environment that values professional development and excellence in healthcare delivery.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Respiratory Therapy Sciences is required.
• Must have current certifications in BCLS, ACLS, and NRP.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient assessments and critical care respiratory procedures.
• Manage equipment and educate patients and families.

Skills

Patient Assessments

Respiratory Care Procedures

Blood Gas Analysis

Patient and Family Education

Education

Associates Degree in Respiratory Therapy Sciences

Job description

Description:

RESPONSIBLE FOR:
Performs patient assessments, general and critical care respiratory care procedures, respiratory care for newborns in Labor and Delivery, blood gas analysis and interpretation, maintenance and management of equipment and patient and family education in both adult and neonatal areas.

Required Hours: 7pm-7am

Qualifications:

MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED:
Associates Degree in Respiratory Therapy Sciences

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
Previous Working Experience in Neonatal Respiratory care, or successful completion of department specific orientation including skills validation of competencies for the duties and responsibilities of this level.

MINIMUM LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED BY LAW:
Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care and licensed by the State Board of Medical Examiners
Current certifications in BCLS, ACLS, and NRP. Must be actively practicing and maintaining all required competencies in both adult and neonatal areas.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Neonatal Pediatric Specialist credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care preferred.