Impactful Respiratory Therapist - Night Shift

Monmouth Medical Center; Long Branch (NJ); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for a night shift in New Jersey. The role involves assessing pulmonary status, developing care plans with physicians and nurses, and delivering respiratory care while ensuring patient safety.

The position requires NJ licensure as a Respiratory Care Practitioner, BLS, and preferred CRT/RRT certification, with PALS/NRP to be completed within 12 months. AA/AS degree preferred and the hospital environment emphasizes teamwork.

Qualifications

• AA/AS degree preferred.
• NJ licensure as Respiratory Care Practitioner required.
• NBRC CRT/RRT certification preferred.
• BLS certification required.
• PALS/NRP within 12 months must be obtained by all staff.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients' pulmonary status and develop plans of care with physicians and nurses.
• Deliver respiratory care and report safety issues.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team on care plans.
• Perform procedures and monitor patient response to therapies.
• Support instruction of new staff and act as needed as a preceptor.

Skills

Communication

Clinical judgment

Teamwork

Evidence-based care

Attention to safety

Continuous learning

Collaboration

Education

AA/AS degree preferred

NJ licensure as Respiratory Care Practitioner required

NBRC CRT/RRT certification preferred

BLS certification required

PALS/NRP within 12 months

Job description

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for a night shift in New Jersey. The role involves assessing pulmonary status, developing care plans with physicians and nurses, and delivering respiratory care while ensuring patient safety.

The position requires NJ licensure as a Respiratory Care Practitioner, BLS, and preferred CRT/RRT certification, with PALS/NRP to be completed within 12 months. AA/AS degree preferred and the hospital environment emphasizes teamwork.