Registered Respiratory Therapist; RRT; Night Shift

The Respiratory Therapist II provides advanced respiratory care, medication administration, and patient assessment primarily in critical care settings. They perform ventilator management, airway procedures, arterial blood gas analysis, and assist with invasive and non-invasive diagnostics. The RT II educates patients, families, and staff, promotes safe and quality patient care, and participates in performance improvement initiatives.

• Deliver compassionate, patient-centered care with a focus on safety and quality.
• Perform assessments, verify orders, and administer therapies such as aerosolized medications and oxygen therapy.
• Manage ventilators, interpret waveforms, and handle airway management procedures.
• Educate patients, support staff development, and mentor new employees and students.
• Ensure accurate documentation, promote evidence-based practices, and contribute to continuous improvement.

• Graduate of an accredited respiratory therapy program, with an associate’s or bachelor’s degree.
• Licenses and certifications including NBRC-RRT, Respiratory Care Professional, BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP.
• 0-2 years of clinical experience, with at least 6 months in critical care.
• Strong communication, critical thinking, and interpersonal skills; proficiency with computers and databases.

Ability to collaborate effectively with healthcare teams and address diverse patient needs, including psychosocial aspects of care.