Registered Respiratory Therapist

NYU Langone; New York (NY); On-site; USD 68,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

NYU Langone Hospital—Brooklyn is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to join our team. The Respiratory Care Practitioner evaluates cardiopulmonary status, administers therapies, and educates patients and families as part of a comprehensive care approach.

The role requires a CoARC-accredited program, NYS licensure, NBRC registry, and BLS certification, with strong communication across all levels. We offer a supportive, mission-driven environment with a focus on equity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Certificate of graduation from a CoARC-accredited Respiratory Therapy program; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• NYS Respiratory Therapist license is required.
• NBRC Registry and BLS certification are required.

Responsibilities

• Reviews data in-patient record, including admission and current R.C. orders, patient history, physical exam, PFT values, ABG results, and laboratory data.
• Set up and maintain respiratory equipment as instructed.
• Attends department meetings and in-services as instructed.
• Performs patient assessment to monitor therapy effects and documents in the patient chart.
• Conducts prescribed therapeutic procedures to achieve and maintain adequate oxygenation.
• Conducts prescribed therapeutic procedures to maintain a patent airway, including humidification.
• Obtain and analyses ABG's as ordered/per policy.
• Follows Department protocols, such as weaning protocol, patient ventilator monitoring, Cuff pressure monitoring, etc'.
• Selects, assembles, and checks for proper function, operation, cleanliness, and availability of mechanical ventilators, positive pressure devices, etc'.
• Evaluates patient's ventilatory status through invasive and non-invasive monitoring.
• Responds to codes such as: Med Stat
• Educates patients and/or family on current Respiratory therapy and documents
• Collects and evaluates clinical info by inspection, palpation and auscultation.

Skills

Effective communication

Education

CoARC-accredited Respiratory Therapy program

NYS Respiratory Therapist license

NBRC Registry

BLS Certification

Job description

NYU Langone Hospital—Brooklyn is a full-service teaching hospital and Level I trauma center located in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. The hospital is central to a comprehensive network of affiliated ambulatory and outpatient practices, and serves as NYU Langone Health's anchor for healthcare access, growth, and delivery in the entire borough. At NYU Langone Health, equity and inclusion are fundamental values. We strive to be a place where our exceptionally talented faculty, staff, and students of all identities can thrive. We embrace inclusion and individual skills, ideas, and knowledge. Learn more about NYU Langone Hospital—Brooklyn, and interact with us on LinkedIn, Glassdoor, Indeed, Facebook, X, YouTube and Instagram.

Position Summary

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Registered Respiratory Therapist. In this role, the successful candidate The Respiratory Care Practitioner performs cardiopulmonary evaluation respiratory treatment techniques and education to the patient family and public.

Job Responsibilities

• Reviews data in-patient record, including admission and current R.C. orders, patient history, physical exam, PFT values, ABG results, and laboratory data.
• Set up and maintain respiratory equipment as instructed.
• Attends department meetings and in-services as instructed.
• Performs patient assessment in order to monitor effects of therapy provided and documents this assessment in the patient chart.
• Conducts prescribed therapeutic procedures to achieve and maintain adequate oxygenation.
• Conducts prescribed therapeutic procedures to achieve and maintain a patent airway, including maintenance of adequate humidification.
• Obtain and analyses ABG's as ordered/ per policy.
• Follows Department protocols, such as weaning protocol, patient ventilator monitoring, Cuff pressure monitoring, etc'.
• Selects, assembles, and checks for proper function, operation, cleanliness, and availability of mechanical ventilators, positive pressure devices, etc'.
• Evaluates patient's ventilatory status through invasive and non-invasive monitoring.
• Responds to codes such as: Med Stat
• Educates patients and/or family on current Respiratory therapy and documents
• Collects and evaluates clinical info by inspection, palpation and auscultation.

Minimum Qualifications

To qualify you must have a Certificate of graduation from a CoArc accredited Respiratory Therapy program required. Bachelors preferred. NYS Respiratory Therapist license. National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) Registry BLS Certification Required

Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

NYU Langone Hospital—Brooklyn provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents.

At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it's developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement. The support employees receive goes beyond a standard benefit offering, where employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time-off program and employee resources groups for peer support. Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well-being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters. Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family.

NYU Langone Hospital—Brooklyn is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online.

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