Respiratory Therapist II (RRT) Non-NICU CH NF

3410 Wellstar North Fulton Hospital, Inc.·Roswell, Georgia

Full TimeOn Site0-2 yrsPosted 6 days ago

About the role

The Respiratory Therapist II provides complex respiratory care, including ventilator management and medication administration, primarily in critical care areas. They are also responsible for patient and family education, staff development, and coordinating care activities.

How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives. Work Shift Night (United States of America) Job Summary: 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. Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions: Provides Customer Service
Completion of patient care, documentation and education
Team approach to service
Promotes a team spirit and positive work environment
Provides supportive environment for students and staff Administers Quality Patient Care
Performs patient assessment & assessment for therapy
Collaborates with health care team members in planning patient care
Verifies orders and administers aerosolized medication, bronchial hygiene, volume expansion, oxygen & medical gas therapy
Performs ventilator management, weaning, wave form graphic interpretation; airway management (intubation, extubation, trach tube change and care)
Performs arterial blood gas sampling & analysis
Educates patient and mentors/precepts new employees, students and peers
Location Specific: Assisting in invasive and non-invasive procedures, Cardiac Service procedures, Pulmonary Diagnostic Testing Provides Safe & Quality Environment
Promotes current and accurate electronic orders, charting and charging
Promotes high level of patient safety (Medication Safety, NPSG, etc)
Promotes Performance Improvement initiatives designed to promote quality care
Promotes evidence based practice
Reviews the revised and new DPPs Performs other duties as assigned Complies with all WellStar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct. Required Minimum Education: Associates Respiratory Therapy or Bachelors Respiratory Therapy-Preferred Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s): All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated. NBRC-RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapi RCP - Respiratory Care Prof BLS - Basic Life Support or ARC-BLS - Amer Red Cross Basic Life Support or BLS-I - Basic Life Support - Instructor ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support or ARC-ALS - Amer Red Cross Advanced Life Support or ACLS-I - ACLS - Instructor Additional License(s) and Certification(s): Required Minimum Experience: 0-2 yrs clinical experience with minimal 6-months critical care Required Required Minimum Skills: 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. Join us and discover the support to do more meaningful work—and enjoy a more rewarding life. Connect with the most integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives you more.

Requirements

Requires an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Therapy and certifications including RRT, RCP, BLS, and ACLS. Candidates need 0-2 years of clinical experience, with at least 6 months in a critical care setting.

associate degree
bachelor degree
Customer Service
Medication Administration
Patient Assessment
Patient Education
Clinical Documentation
Critical Thinking
Oxygen Therapy
Ventilator Management
Airway Management
Interprofessional Collaboration
Arterial Blood Gas Sampling
Bronchial Hygiene

Posting details

Employment type: Full Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 0-2 yrs
Location: Roswell, Georgia
Posted: Jul 23, 2026
Application: Employer website

Respiratory Therapist II (RRT) Non-NICU CH NF

Respiratory Therapist II (RRT) Non-NICU CH NF

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Georgia support services roles need flexible coverage

Georgia support services roles need flexible coverage

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