Role Overview: The Respiratory Therapist II provides advanced respiratory care, medication administration, and patient assessment in critical care settings. They manage ventilators, perform airway procedures, analyze arterial blood gases, and educate patients and staff, ensuring high-quality, safe, and evidence-based care.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver patient-centered respiratory therapies and assessments in complex cases
- Collaborate with healthcare team members to develop and implement care plans
- Manage ventilators, perform airway management, and conduct pulmonary diagnostics
- Educate patients, families, and new staff, fostering a supportive learning environment
- Ensure safety through accurate documentation, medication safety, and adherence to protocols
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and promote best practices
- Assist with invasive and non-invasive procedures as needed
Qualifications & Skills:
- Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Therapy (preferred)
- Certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP, and NBRC-RRT or RCP required upon hire
- 0-2 years of clinical experience with at least 6 months in critical care
- Strong communication, critical thinking, and computer skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a focus on patient safety and quality care