Wellstar Health System·Douglasville, Georgia
The Respiratory Therapist II implements respiratory care based on expanded knowledge and experience, delivering patient care primarily in complex critical care situations involving protocol ventilator management and significant independent decision-making. Core duties also include patient/family education, coordination of activities, staff development, and participation in the education of new employees.
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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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A minimum of 0-2 years of clinical experience is required, with at least 6 months specifically in critical care. Candidates must possess an Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy (Bachelor's preferred) and hold current certifications including BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP, and NBRC-RRT/RCP.
Market context
In Georgia, Respiratory Therapist II PRN roles are often competitive because hospitals need clinicians who can step into critical-care settings with minimal ramp-up. This position stands out for its mix of acute-care experience and multiple active credentials, including BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP, NBRC-RRT, and RCP. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this page to save time, then confirm your critical-care months and certification status before applying.