Role: Respiratory Therapist II responsible for delivering complex respiratory care, medication administration, and patient assessments in critical care settings.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide patient-centered respiratory therapy, including ventilator management, airway management, aerosolized medications, and arterial blood gas analysis.
- Collaborate with healthcare team members to develop and implement care plans.
- Educate patients, families, and support systems, and mentor new staff and students.
- Ensure quality and safety through accurate documentation, adherence to protocols, and participation in performance improvement initiatives.
- Assist with invasive/non-invasive procedures and pulmonary diagnostics as needed.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Minimum of an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Therapy (preferred).
- Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP, and NBRC-RRT or equivalent.
- 0-2 years clinical experience with at least 6 months in critical care.
- Strong communication, critical thinking, assessment, and computer skills; ability to establish effective working relationships.
Additional Requirements: Ability to perform assessments, interpret waveforms, and adapt care to population-specific needs. Commitment to safe, evidence-based practice and professional development. Must adhere to organizational policies and standards.