Respiratory Therapist - Night Shift

Live Well Homecare; Newnan (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Live Well Homecare in Georgia is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide patient assessments and implement respiratory care for adults and neonates, including labor and delivery scenarios. You will manage blood gas analysis, equipment upkeep, and patient education.

The role requires an Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy, RRT certification, and state licensure on hire, with BCLS, ACLS, NRP, and PALS credentials expected.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy required.
• RRT certification and state license required upon hire.
• BCLS/ACLS/NRP/PALS certifications required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Conducts patient assessments and respiratory care procedures.
• Administers respiratory therapy for newborns and adults.
• Performs blood gas analysis and interpretation.
• Maintains and manages respiratory equipment.
• Provides education to patients and families about respiratory care.

Skills

Patient assessments

Respiratory therapy

Blood gas analysis

Equipment maintenance

Patient education

Education

Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Job description

Role Overview:

Provides patient assessments and performs general and critical care respiratory procedures for both adult and neonatal patients, including those in Labor and Delivery. Responsible for blood gas analysis, equipment maintenance, and patient and family education.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conducts patient assessments and performs respiratory care procedures
• Administers respiratory therapy for newborns and adults
• Performs blood gas analysis and interpretation
• Maintains and manages respiratory equipment
• Provides education to patients and families about respiratory care

Qualifications:

• Associate’s Degree in Respiratory Therapy Sciences
• Previous neonatal respiratory care experience or successful completion of department-specific orientation with skills validation
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification, licensed by the State Board of Medical Examiners
• Basic Life Support (BCLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications, all upon hire