PositionRespiratory Therapist II – Night Shift (United States of America)FacilityWellstar Kennestone HospitalHoursPart‑time nights, 7 p.m.–7 a.m., weekends starting on Friday (24 hrs per week)ResponsibilitiesAdminister medications and implement respiratory care using an evaluate‑and‑treat approachDeliver patient care in complex, multi‑problem situations, primarily in critical care areasPerform protocol ventilator management and independent decision‑makingEducate patients, families/support systems, and coordinate activities and staff developmentProvide patient, family, and peer education addressing biological, emotional, developmental, psychosocial needsAssist with invasive and non‑invasive procedures, cardiac service procedures, and pulmonary diagnostic testingVerify orders and administer aerosolized medication, bronchial hygiene, volume expansion, oxygen and medical gas therapyPerform ventilator management, weaning, waveform graphic interpretation, airway management (intubation, extubation, trach tube change and care)Conduct arterial blood gas sampling and analysisPromote teamwork, positive work environment, and student and staff supportMaintain accurate electronic orders, charting, and charging; promote medication safety and performance improvement initiativesRequired Minimum Experience0–2 years clinical experience; at least 6 months in critical careRequired Minimum SkillsExcellent communication and critical thinking skillsAbility to establish and maintain relationships with physicians and other health‑care professionalsComputer skills with familiarity with medical databasesStrong customer relation, assessment, and communication skillsRequired Minimum Licenses and CertificationsRegistered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)Respiratory Care Professional (RP)Basic Life Support (BLS)BLS – InstructorBLS – ProvisionalAdvanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)ACLS – InstructorACLS – Provisional#J-18808-Ljbffr
