Respiratory Therapist II Wkd Non-NICU (Nights)
On-siteHiram, Maine, United States
Job Summary
Deliver patient care in complex, multiple problem-patient situations with significant independent decision-making and self-direction. Perform patient assessments, administer aerosolized medications and medical gas therapy, and manage ventilators including weaning, waveform interpretation, and airway procedures. Conduct arterial blood gas sampling and educate patients, families, and new staff on respiratory care needs. Collaborate with the healthcare team to plan care and participate in performance improvement initiatives while ensuring medication safety and accurate documentation. Work nights from 7pm to 7am in critical care areas at Wellstar Paulding Hospital in Hiram, GA.
Required Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited respiratory therapy education program (CoARC or CAAHP) with minimally 20 quarter hours of science
- Associate's Degree A.S. degree
- 0-2 yrs clinical experience with minimal 6-months critical care
- Registered Respiratory Therapist
- Respiratory Care Prof
- Basic Life Support
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- Ability to communicate well
- critical thinking skills
- establish and maintain working relationships with physicians and other health care professionals
- computer skills including familiarity with databases
- Good customer relation, assessment, and communication skills
Desired Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree
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