Respiratory Therapist, PRN, Nights

Piedmont Healthcare Inc.; Newnan (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Newnan Hospital is seeking an entry-level Respiratory Therapist to perform patient assessments and respiratory care procedures in adult care areas. You will handle blood gas analysis, equipment maintenance, and patient education as part of a multidisciplinary team.

The position requires an Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy Sciences, and RRT credential with Georgia state licensure upon hire, plus BCLS, ACLS, and PALS (within 60 days).

Qualifications

• RRT credential required (Registered Respiratory Therapist) and Georgia state licensure upon hire.
• Basic Life Support (BCLS) required upon hire; ACLS required; PALS within 60 days.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients and perform respiratory care procedures and protocols.
• Conduct blood gas analysis and manage equipment; provide patient education; participate in adult critical care.

Skills

RRT credential

BCLS

ACLS

PALS

Education

Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy Sciences

Job description

Overview

Performing patient assessments, general respiratory care procedures and protocols, critical care procedures in adult care areas, blood gas analysis, maintenance and management of all equipment and patient education.

Responsibilities

Performing patient assessments, general respiratory care procedures and protocols, critical care procedures in adult care areas, blood gas analysis, maintenance and management of all equipment and patient education.

Qualifications

Education

• Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy Sciences Required

Work Experience

• No experience required Required

Licenses and Certifications

• RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist and Licensed by the State of Georgia under the Composite State Board of Medical Examiners Upon Hire Required and
• BCLS - Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required and
• ACLS Upon Hire Required
• PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support within 60 Days Required

Business Unit : Company Name

Piedmont Newnan Hospital