ICU Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Advanced Patient Care

University Hospital; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospital in Newark, NJ seeks a Respiratory Therapist Registered (RRT) to provide direct patient care in the ICU setting. You will administer pulmonary therapies, operate respiratory equipment, and work closely with the medical team to implement individualized care plans for patients of all ages.

The ideal candidate holds an NBRC RRT credential, a New Jersey Respiratory Care license, and a current BLS certification, with ongoing CE credits required for license renewal.

Qualifications

• Must have completed a CoARC-accredited respiratory care program.
• NBRC RRT credential required.
• New Jersey license in Respiratory Care required.
• Current BLS certification and mandatory competency training.
• Ce requirements: 30 CE credits for license renewal.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care for patients of all ages.
• Administer pulmonary therapies and diagnostic procedures.
• Set up, operate, monitor, and manage respiratory equipment.
• Collaborate with nurses and physicians in ICU care plans.

Skills

Communication skills

Patient care

Team collaboration

Education

CoARC-accredited Respiratory Care Program

Job description

University Hospital in Newark, NJ seeks a Respiratory Therapist Registered (RRT) to provide direct patient care in the ICU setting. You will administer pulmonary therapies, operate respiratory equipment, and work closely with the medical team to implement individualized care plans for patients of all ages.

The ideal candidate holds an NBRC RRT credential, a New Jersey Respiratory Care license, and a current BLS certification, with ongoing CE credits required for license renewal.