Role Overview: The Respiratory Therapist II provides advanced respiratory care, medication administration, and patient assessments in complex care settings, primarily critical care units.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver patient-centered respiratory therapy, including ventilator management, airway procedures, and aerosolized medication administration.
- Perform assessments, collaborate with healthcare teams, and develop individualized care plans.
- Educate patients, families, and support systems, ensuring understanding of treatment and care needs.
- Mentor and precept new staff, students, and peers.
- Ensure safety and quality through accurate documentation, adherence to protocols, and participation in performance improvement initiatives.
- Assist with invasive/non-invasive procedures and pulmonary diagnostics specific to location.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Therapy.
- Valid certifications in BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP, and NBRC-RRT or equivalent.
- 0-2 years of clinical experience, with at least 6 months in critical care.
- Strong communication, critical thinking, and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency with electronic health records and healthcare databases.
Additional Notes: The role involves independent decision-making, understanding population-specific needs, and supporting a team-oriented environment dedicated to quality patient care and professional development.