RRT - NICU, Nights

Piedmont Healthcare Inc.; Conyers (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Rockdale Hospital is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to support neonatal and adult patients in the hospital setting. Responsibilities include assessments, procedures, blood gas analysis, and patient education.

Qualified candidates will have an Associate’s degree in respiratory therapy sciences, NBRC registry, state licensure, and current BLS/NRP certifications. Neonatal Pediatric Specialist credential is preferred and a sign-on bonus may be available.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in respiratory therapy sciences.
• Prior neonatal respiratory care experience or completion of orientation with competency validation.
• NBRC registration and state licensure required.
• Current BLS and NRP certification; active practice in adult and neonatal care.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient assessments and respiratory care procedures for adults and neonates.
• Conduct blood gas analysis and interpretation.
• Maintain and manage respiratory care equipment.
• Educate patients and families about care plans.
• Collaborate with neonatal and labor/delivery teams.

Skills

Neonatal care

Critical care

Patient education

Education

Associate's Degree in respiratory therapy sciences

Tools

Respiratory equipment

Blood gas analyzer

Job description

Overview

SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE

When you join Piedmont, you’re not just changing your work environment. We open doors to real change in the lives we touch — especially yours. We’re committed to bringing award-winning care to communities across Georgia and celebrating the strength our diversity creates. Together, we’re doing big things. One employee, one team, and one community at a time.

Piedmont is a place where your work truly matters—and where you’re supported to do your best every day. We offer a collaborative culture, innovative resources, and leadership that is genuinely invested in your growth. With competitive benefits, wellness programs, and opportunities for advancement, you’ll have what you need to thrive now and build a strong future.

Responsibilities

JOB PURPOSE: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.

Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED:Associate's 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.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED BY LAW:Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care and licensed by the State Board of Medical Examiners

QUALIFICATIONS:Current certifications in BLS and NRP. Must be actively practicing and maintaining all required competencies in both adult and neonatal areas.

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

Business Unit : Company Name

Piedmont Rockdale Hospital