Wellstar Health System·Austell, Georgia
The Respiratory Therapist II administers medication and implements respiratory care based on expanded knowledge, 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 staff development.
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Work Shift: Night (United States of America)
Shift Details: Full-time/Nights/NICU Required
Overview 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.
Candidates must be graduates of an accredited respiratory therapy program with a minimum of an Associate's Degree and 0-2 years of clinical experience, including at least 6 months in critical care. Required certifications include Registered Respiratory Therapist, Basic Life Support (BLS), and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), with Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) also required.
Market context
In Georgia, support-services roles often see steady demand because care settings need dependable overnight coverage and reliable transportation. These jobs can be competitive when employers look for prior caregiving experience, even if it is not required, and when shift flexibility matters. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this page to save time, then confirm your driver’s license, transportation, and overnight availability before applying.
