RWJ Barnabas Health is looking for a Certified Respiratory Therapist to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for the evaluation, testing, and care of patients with respiratory complications. You will practice under the guidance of expert physicians and ensure all respiratory care, from diagnosis to therapeutic treatment, is properly carried out in our patient-centered, high-quality academic medical environment.
What You'll Do
- Administer aerosol medication, Chest PT, medical gas therapy, and related therapies per physician orders or approved protocols.
- Perform rounds on all assigned patients to deliver appropriate care.
- Assess and interpret patient status using lab and radiology results, vital signs, and other assessments to identify and provide appropriate care.
- Evaluate therapy orders for completeness, appropriateness, quality, and effectiveness using Evidence-Based Practice Guidelines.
- Recommend changes in the care plan based on assessments and guidelines.
- Correctly complete all patient records and documentation according to Department policy.
- Demonstrate knowledge and skill in the use of Oxygen Therapy, BiPAP, CPAP, and High Flow Nasal Cannulas.
- Demonstrate knowledge and skill in the use of invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilation.
- Perform emergency airway care procedures and maintain patient ventilation during emergent situations.
- As ordered and if certified, establish, maintain, and obtain samples from arterial lines; perform arterial punctures.
- Analyze arterial, capillary, and venous blood samples.
- Comply with all Department, Infection Prevention, and Safety policies and procedures.
- Demonstrate knowledge of National Patient Safety Goals and relevant standards from Joint Commission, DOH, CMS, and other regulatory bodies.
- Determine priorities and organize work and time to meet them.
- Interact tactfully, constructively, and diplomatically with others.
- Complete all mandatory Competencies and online training within the specified timeframe.
What We're Looking For
- Graduate of an approved school of Respiratory Care with a minimum of an A.A.S. degree in Respiratory Care or equivalent.
- Certified or Registered Respiratory Therapist by the National Board for Respiratory Care.
- Maintain a current New Jersey license as a Respiratory Care Practitioner.
- Maintain BLS for the Health Care Provider certification.
Nice to Have
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications are highly recommended for assignment in related units.
Benefits & Compensation
- Compensation: $44.75 - $54.88 per hour.
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Retirement Plans
- Short & Long Term Disability
- Life & Accidental Death Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Wellness Programs
- Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
- Discounts through our partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more
Work Mode
This is an onsite position located at the Main Hospital in New Brunswick.
RWJ Barnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
