Night-Shift Respiratory Therapist - Critical Care

Vibra Healthcare; Lakewood Township (NJ); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Specialty Hospital of Central Jersey in New Jersey is seeking a compassionate Respiratory Therapist to join a care team focused on high-acuity, post-ICU patients and exceptional outcomes.

The RT provides diagnosis and treatment support, ventilator management, and education, with a night shift full-time schedule and required licenses.

ACLS within 90 days and BLS on hire are required; the role emphasizes safety, documentation, and collaboration with the respiratory care team.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice as a Respiratory Practitioner.
• BLS required at hire; ACLS within 90 days of employment.
• Maintain licenses for duration of employment.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate respiratory care equipment for diagnosis and treatment.
• Manage ventilators and assist in weaning under physician direction.
• Document treatments and patient responses in charts and MARs.
• Perform trach care, suctioning, and equipment maintenance per policy.
• Conduct blood gas analyses and participate in education for patients.

Skills

Respiratory Therapy

ACLS

BLS

Job description

Specialty Hospital of Central Jersey in New Jersey is seeking a compassionate Respiratory Therapist to join a care team focused on high-acuity, post-ICU patients and exceptional outcomes.

The RT provides diagnosis and treatment support, ventilator management, and education, with a night shift full-time schedule and required licenses.

ACLS within 90 days and BLS on hire are required; the role emphasizes safety, documentation, and collaboration with the respiratory care team.