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RRT, PRN, Days

Piedmont Healthcare

Snellville, GAFull-timeNo compensation foundPosted 2mo agoVerified open 5 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
No compensation found
Location
Snellville, GA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Registered Respiratory TherapistLicensed By The State Of GeorgiaBCLS CertificationACLS CertificationAssociate's degree

Job overview

Piedmont Healthcare is hiring a RRT, PRN, Days. Piedmont Eastside is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to join their team in Snellville, GA. This role involves performing patient assessments and testing, providing patient education, and monitoring compliance with prescribed therapies for pulmonary diseases and sleep disorders. The department utilizes Respiratory Driven Protocols in ICU and acute care areas, and RTs may attend deliveries and care for babies in the Level 3 NICU.

Key focus areas include Perform patient assessments, Perform general respiratory care procedures and protocols, and Perform critical care procedures in adult care areas.

Successful candidates bring Associate Degree In Respiratory Therapy Sciences, Registered Respiratory Therapist Certification, and Georgia State Respiratory License. Important skills include Patient Assessments, Patient Education, Monitoring Compliance With Prescribed Therapies, Respiratory Driven Protocols, Intubate, and Insert A-lines. Preferred (not required): Cross-train On EEGs, Cross-train On PFTs, and Cross-train On NICU.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Patient AssessmentsPatient EducationMonitoring Compliance With Prescribed TherapiesRespiratory Driven ProtocolsIntubateInsert a-LinesGE Carescape R860 VentsServo I VentsDrager VN500HFOV NICU VentsPhillips V60Bubble CPAPREMstar CPAPSmart VestAirvoBronchoscopy AssistanceGlidescope Disposable BronchsGeneral Respiratory Care ProceduresCritical Care ProceduresBlood Gas AnalysisEquipment Maintenance and ManagementCross-Train on EEGsCross-Train on PFTsCross-Train on NICU

Qualifications

Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy SciencesRegistered Respiratory TherapistLicensed by the State of GeorgiaBCLS CertificationACLS CertificationActively Practicing and Maintaining All Required Competencies1 Year Professional Respiratory Duties Experience

Full job description

Overview Piedmont Eastside, PRN Days

 

Performs patient assessments and testing, provides patient education, and monitors compliance with prescribed therapies related to pulmonary diseases and sleep disorders.

Do what you love, and love what you do! When the work you do every single day has a crucial impact on the lives of others, every effort, every detail, and every second matters. Here at Piedmont, we are transforming healthcare, creating a destination known for the best clinicians and a one-of-a-kind experience that  always puts the patient

first .

 

We have a fantastic career opportunity for a Registered Respiratory Therapist to join our team here at Piedmont Eastside in Snellville, GA. Our Respiratory Department is dedicated to providing quality, patient centered care and service to the citizens of this community. The ideal candidate will share our common goal of making a positive difference in every life we touch.

 

Some facts about us:

  • We utilize Respiratory Driven Protocols to manage patients in ICU and acute care areas. After completing competency, RTs are able to intubate and insert A-lines

  • We work in adult cardiac care unit (ICU), medical/surgical ICU, progressive care unit (PCU), acute care floors (women’s, medical, surgical, joint/spine, neuro)

  • We have a Women’s Center with a level 3 NICU. RTs will attend deliveries and care for babies who are admitted to the NICU receiving respiratory care

  • We have a pulmonary function lab (PFT) where RTs perform outpatient and inpatient PFTS

  • We perform inpatient EKGs on the general care floors, occasionally outpatient (shared service with cardiology)

  • We manage GE Carescape R860 vents, Servo I vents, Drager VN500 and HFOV NICU vents, Phillips V60, Bubble CPAP, REMstar CPAP, Smart Vest, and Airvo

  • We perform bronchoscopy assistance with Glidescope disposable bronchs

  • Opportunity to cross-train on EEGs, PFTs and NICU

  • Option to participate in Annual Pulmonary Conference, Leadership Development classes, and Skills Development Courses

  • Our team consists of approximately 50 members, 1 director, 1 supervisor, 1 NICU lead, and 2 adult lead

  • We typically run 7 people during the day and 6-7 at night. Varies per census and acuity

  • We cover our South Campus which has an ED, behavioral health unit and acute care rehab. 1 RT for each shift.

  • We allow candidates to shadow our department and facility

Responsibilities RESPONSIBLE FOR: Performing patient assessments, general respiratory care procedures and protocols, critical care procedures in adult care areas, blood gas analysis, maintenance and management of all equipment and patient education.

 

Qualifications MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED: Associates Degree in Respiratory Therapy Sciences

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: None.

MINIMUM LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED BY LAW: Credentialed by the National Board for Respiratory Care as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) and Licensed by the State of Georgia under the Composite State Board of Medical Examiners.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: Current certifications in BCLS, ACLS. Must be actively practicing and maintaining all required competencies. One (1) year of experience in performing professional respiratory duties preferred.

 

Business Unit : Company Name Eastside Medical Center

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