Role Overview: The Respiratory Therapist II provides advanced respiratory care in critical settings, primarily in NICU and ICU, demonstrating independent decision-making and protocol management. Responsibilities include administering medications, ventilator management, airway care, arterial blood gas analysis, and patient assessment.
Key Duties:
- Deliver high-quality patient care through assessment, therapy planning, and collaboration with healthcare teams.
- Educate patients, families, and support staff, and mentor new employees and students.
- Ensure a safe environment by promoting accurate documentation, medication safety, and performance improvement initiatives.
- Participate in invasive and non-invasive procedures and pulmonary diagnostics as needed.
- Adhere to organizational policies, standards, and professional development activities.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Graduate of an accredited respiratory therapy program with at least 20 quarter hours of science; associate degree required, bachelor’s preferred.
- 0-2 years of clinical experience, with a minimum of 6 months in critical care.
- Strong communication, critical thinking, and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency with computer systems and databases.
Licenses & Certifications: Valid Registered Respiratory Therapist credential, Respiratory Care Professional license, and BLS certification are required. Additional certifications include ACLS, PALS, NRP, and instructor privileges are also necessary.