Wellstar Health System·Jackson, Georgia
The Respiratory Therapist II administers medication and implements respiratory care, often in complex critical care situations involving protocol ventilator management and significant independent decision-making. Responsibilities also include patient and family education, coordination of activities, and participation in staff development.
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Work Shift: Night (United States of America)
The Respiratory Therapist II is responsible for medication administration and implementing respiratory care based on expanded knowledge, experience, and the evaluate-and-treat process.
The RT II is responsible for delivering patient care in complex, multiple problem-patient care situations.
The majority of time is in critical care areas with protocol ventilator management, significant independent decision-making and self direction.
In addition, to patient care delivery, the RT II is responsible for patient, family/support system education, coordination of activities, staff development, and professional and self-developmental activities.
The RT II is responsible for providing patient care with an understanding and awareness of population specific needs.
The RT II addresses the biological, emotional, and developmental, psychosocial, and patient/family education needs when providing care to the patient.
Also participates in the education of new employees and others.
• Associates Respiratory Therapy or Bachelors Respiratory Therapy-Preferred
Required minimum experience: 0-2 yrs clinical experience with minimal 6-months critical care Required
Ability to communicate well, critical thinking skills, establish and maintain working relationships with physicians and other health care professionals, and computer skills including familiarity with databases. Good customer relation, assessment, and communication skills are a must for this job.
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Candidates must have an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Therapy and possess required certifications including NBRC-RRT, RCP, BLS, and ACLS. A minimum of 0-2 years of clinical experience is required, with at least 6 months specifically in critical care.
Market context
In Georgia, PRN night Registered Respiratory Therapist roles are often tied to hospitals that need flexible coverage for critical care and inpatient units. These positions are competitive because employers look for current NBRC-RRT, RCP, BLS, and ACLS credentials, plus at least 6 months of critical care experience, even when overall experience is limited. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your critical care background and night availability before applying.
