Respiratory Therapist II Wkd Non-NICU (Nights)

Work Shift Night (United States of America) Overview Wellstar Paulding Hospital in Hiram, GA is seeking a Weekend Respiratory Therapist (Night Shift 7pm-7am). Significant Sign‑On Bonus and Relocation assistance offered for qualified, experienced Respiratory Therapist. 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. Responsibilities Provide customer service Completion of patient care, documentation and education Team approach to service Promote a team spirit and positive work environment Provide supportive environment for students and staff Administer quality patient care Perform patient assessment & assessment for therapy Collaborate with health care team members in planning patient care Verify orders and administer aerosolized medication, bronchial hygiene, volume expansion, oxygen & medical gas therapy Perform ventilator management, weaning, waveform graphic interpretation; airway management (intubation, extubation, trach tube change and care) Perform arterial blood gas sampling & analysis Educate patient and mentor/precept new employees, students and peers Assisting in invasive and non‑invasive procedures, Cardiac Service procedures, Pulmonary Diagnostic Testing Promote a safe & quality environment Promote current and accurate electronic orders, charting and charging Promote high level of patient safety (Medication Safety, NPSG, etc.) Promote Performance Improvement initiatives designed to promote quality care Promote evidence based practice Review revised and new DPPs Perform other duties as assigned Comply with all WellStar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct Qualifications Minimum Education : Graduate of an accredited respiratory therapy education program (CoARC or CAAHP) with minimally 20 quarter hours of science. Associate’s Degree required. Bachelor’s Degree preferred. Minimum Experience : 0‑2 years clinical experience with minimal 6 months critical care. 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. License & Certification : Registered Respiratory Therapist, Respiratory Care Prof, Basic Life Support, Advanced Cardiac Life Support. Benefits 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr