Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT), Shore Care - Per Diem

Hackensack Meridian Health; Tinton Falls (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health Inc. is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist for Shore Care in Tinton Falls, NJ. The role involves administering aspects of Respiratory Care Therapy under supervision, supporting multiple locations across the HMH Network. Candidates must graduate from an AMA approved program and have at least two years of recent acute care experience by May 2025, alongside a valid NJ Respiratory Care Practitioner License and necessary certifications. This position is crucial for maintaining respiratory care standards across facilities.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA approved Respiratory Care program.
• Minimum of two years recent respiratory care experience in an acute setting required by May 2025.
• Minimum of one year travel experience or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Provide and administer all aspects of Respiratory Care Therapy.
• Support multiple locations statewide across the HMH Network.
• Float to various locations as needed.

Skills

Knowledge of clinical aspects of Respiratory Care

Effective communication

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor's of Science Degree

Job description

The Registered Respiratory Therapist, Shore Care, under the supervision of the Shore Care office and assigned Director of Respiratory Services, Technical Supervisor, Shift Supervisors, provides and administers all aspects of Respiratory Care Therapy and supportive equipment as stated in the Department Policy and Procedure Manual. This job supports multiple locations statewide across the HMH Network and will be expected to float to locations as needed.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Graduate of an AMA approved Respiratory Care program.
• Associate's degree.
• Comprehensive knowledge of all clinical aspects of Respiratory Care.
• Effective May 5, 2025, minimum of two (2) years recent experience of respiratory care experience in acute care setting.
• Effective May 5, 2025, minimum of one (1) year travel experience or equivalent required.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:

• Bachelor's of Science Degree.

Licenses and Certifications Required:

• NJ Respiratory Care Practitioner License.
• NJ Registered Respiratory Therapist Certificate.
• AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification.

Licenses and Certifications Preferred:

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification.