PRN Respiratory Therapist II - Non-NICU @ Cobb Hospital

PRN Respiratory Therapist II in a Non-NICU setting at Cobb Hospital. Responsible for administering medications and delivering respiratory care in complex patient scenarios, with a focus on critical care ventilator management, weaning, and airway care (including intubation/extubation and tracheostomy care). Performs arterial blood gas sampling and analysis; administers aerosolized medications and various therapies (oxygen, medical gas therapy, bronchial hygiene, volume expansion). Provides patient and family education, mentors new staff and students, and collaborates with the health care team to plan and evaluate patient care. Emphasizes safety, quality improvement, documentation, and adherence to policies, with duties spanning education, coordination of activities, and participation in professional development. Location emphasizes hospital-based respiratory therapy in a high-acuity environment with a strong team approach.