ICU Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Direct Patient Care

University Hospital; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospital in Newark, NJ is seeking a Respiratory Therapist Registered (RRT) to provide direct patient care in the ICU. You will administer pulmonary therapies, set up and monitor respiratory equipment, and collaborate with nurses and physicians to implement individualized care plans for patients of all ages.

The role requires an NBRC RRT credential, a New Jersey State license, current BLS, and completion of 30 CE credits for licensure renewal; strong communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• CoARC-accredited respiratory care program completion required.
• NBRC Registry (RRT) credential required.
• New Jersey license required.
• Current BLS certificate required.
• 30 CE credits every 2 years for licensure renewal.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in the ICU setting.
• Administer pulmonary therapies and set up/monitor respiratory equipment as ordered by physicians.
• Collaborate with nurses and physicians to implement individualized care plans for patients of all ages.

Skills

Good communication skills

Education

CoARC-accredited program

Job description

University Hospital in Newark, NJ is seeking a Respiratory Therapist Registered (RRT) to provide direct patient care in the ICU. You will administer pulmonary therapies, set up and monitor respiratory equipment, and collaborate with nurses and physicians to implement individualized care plans for patients of all ages.

The role requires an NBRC RRT credential, a New Jersey State license, current BLS, and completion of 30 CE credits for licensure renewal; strong communication skills are essential.