Registered Respiratory Therapist (Nights)

Job overview

Registered Respiratory Therapist Nights, onsite, Vidalia, GA. Compensation is not specified. This role involves performing respiratory assessments, administering therapies, and managing mechanical ventilation for patients during night shifts.

What you'll do

• Perform and document patient assessment, including breath sounds, airway patency, and cuff pressure.
• Conduct diagnostic procedures to evaluate the need for, and response to, respiratory therapy.
• Administer respiratory care therapies, including oxygen delivery, aerosol medication delivery, and chest physiotherapy.
• Assist with placement of artificial airways.
• Initiate, monitor, and maintain mechanical ventilation.
• Monitor patient for therapeutic response.
• Notify provider and intervene as appropriate in the event of an unintended response.
• Assist with transportation of ventilator-dependent patients.
• Respond to emergent patient situations and ensure airway integrity and adequate ventilation during resuscitation as required.

What we're looking for

Education

Associate Degree

Experience

1+ year of experience in respiratory care

Skills & competencies

respiratory therapist

nights

vidalia ga

therapy

healthcare

hca healthcare

registered respiratory therapist

full time

sign-on bonus

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Sign-on Bonus, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k Match, Tuition Assistance

About the employer

Memorial Health Meadows Hospital is hiring for this role. Industry: Specialty (except Psychiatric and Substance Abuse) Hospitals. Sector: 62.