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NICU Respiratory Therapist
Decatur, Georgia
DeKalb Medical North Decatur Campus

$1,566-1,946/week

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Respiratory Therapist

Location: Decatur, Georgia
Employment Type: Long Term
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Night Shift (12-hour shift, 12N)
Expected Hours: 36 hours per week

Job Responsibilities

Attend high-risk deliveries
Manage and set up ventilators including Oscillator and CPAP
Obtain and analyze blood gases
Operate Drager VN500 ventilator

Required Qualifications

Valid Registered Respiratory Therapist license in Georgia
Minimum 2 years of Respiratory Therapist experience, including experience within the last year
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification
Night shift experience

Additional Information

Free parking available
Dress code: Ceil blue scrubs

Facility

DeKalb Medical North Decatur Campus

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1:2 Patient ratioVerified by 21 Vivian users
Short Term Acute Care
419 beds

ADDRESS2701 North Decatur RoadDecatur, GA 30033

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About Decatur, GA

As a Travel Respiratory Therapist in Decatur, GA here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Decatur's cost of living is slightly higher than the national average, with housing being the main contributor.
Wages generally match up with the cost of living, but it's important to budget for housing expenses.

Weather

In summer, average highs are around 89°F and lows around 71°F.
In winter, average highs are around 53°F and lows around 34°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Decatur, and they can be relatively easy to find, especially through online platforms and local real estate agencies.

Transportation

Decatur is car-friendly, but it also has a public transportation system, including buses and a metro rail system, MARTA, which connects Decatur to Atlanta and other neighboring areas.

Demographics

Decatur is a diverse community with a wide age range.
Common health issues include allergies and respiratory conditions.
There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the presence of healthcare facilities in the area.

Things to Do

Decatur offers a variety of restaurants, art galleries, live music venues, and sports activities.
Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy parks, trails, and community events throughout the year.

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