RRT - NICU, Nights

Piedmont Healthcare, Inc.; Snellville (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Piedmont Eastside Medical Center in Snellville, GA is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist for full-time night shifts. The role includes patient assessments, neonatal and adult respiratory care, PFTs, and education of patients and families.

A sign-on bonus is available and opportunities exist to cross-train in NICU and EEG/PFT areas. Requires Associate Degree in Respiratory Therapy, NBRC-registered and state licensure, and BCLS/ACLS/NRP certifications.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Respiratory Therapy Sciences.
• Previous neonatal respiratory care experience or orientation with competencies.
• Registered by NBRC and STATE licensure.
• Current certifications: BCLS, ACLS, NRP.

Responsibilities

• Performs patient assessments and respiratory care procedures.
• Care for newborns in Labor and Delivery and adults in ICU/medical-surgical areas.
• Conducts blood gas analysis and interpretation.
• Maintains and manages respiratory equipment.
• Educates patients and families on therapies and care.

Skills

Neonatal care

Adult critical care

Patient education

Blood gas analysis

Vent management

Team collaboration

Education

Associates Degree in Respiratory Therapy Sciences

Tools

GE Carescape R860

Servo I vents

Drager VN500

Phillips V60

Bubble CPAP

NICU Vents

Job description

Overview

Piedmont Eastside, Full Time Nights

Sign on Bonus Available!

Performs patient assessments and testing, provides patient education, and monitors compliance with prescribed therapies related to pulmonary diseases and sleep disorders.

Do what you love, and love what you do! When the work you do every single day has a crucial impact on the lives of others, every effort, every detail, and every second matters. Here at Piedmont, we are transforming healthcare, creating a destination known for the best clinicians and a one-of-a-kind experience thatalways puts the patient

first.

We have a fantastic career opportunity for a Registered Respiratory Therapist to join our team here at Piedmont Eastside in Snellville, GA. Our Respiratory Department is dedicated to providing quality, patient centered care and service to the citizens of this community. The ideal candidate will share our common goal of making a positive difference in every life we touch.

Some facts about us:

• We utilize Respiratory Driven Protocols to manage patients in ICU and acute care areas. After completing competency, RTs are able to intubate and insert A-lines
• We work in adult cardiac care unit (ICU), medical/surgical ICU, progressive care unit (PCU), acute care floors (women’s, medical, surgical, joint/spine, neuro)
• We have a Women’s Center with a level 3 NICU. RTs will attend deliveries and care for babies who are admitted to the NICU receiving respiratory care
• We have a pulmonary function lab (PFT) where RTs perform outpatient and inpatient PFTS
• We perform inpatient EKGs on the general care floors, occasionally outpatient (shared service with cardiology)
• We manage GE Carescape R860 vents, Servo I vents, Drager VN500 and HFOV NICU vents, Phillips V60, Bubble CPAP, REMstar CPAP, Smart Vest, and Airvo
• We perform bronchoscopy assistance with Glidescope disposable bronchs
• Opportunity to cross-train on EEGs, PFTs and NICU
• Option to participate in Annual Pulmonary Conference, Leadership Development classes, and Skills Development Courses
• Our team consists of approximately 50 members, 1 director, 1 supervisor, 1 NICU lead, and 2 adult lead
• We typically run 7 people during the day and 6-7 at night. Varies per census and acuity
  • We cover our South Campus which has an ED, behavioral health unit and acute care rehab. 1 RT for each shift.
• We allow candidates to shadow our department and facility

Responsibilities

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.

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

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

Business Unit : Company Name

Eastside Medical Center