Resp Care Practitioner Full-time Nights / Camden Bonus Eligible

Virtua; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist to provide exceptional care to patients with cardio-respiratory issues. In this vital role, you will assess patients, develop personalized care plans, and administer treatments while ensuring the highest standards of patient education and safety. You will be part of a collaborative team, contributing to the overall quality of care and making a significant impact on patients' lives. If you are passionate about respiratory care and eager to enhance patient outcomes, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA approved Respiratory Care program required.
• Registered or Certified Respiratory Therapist with 10 years experience.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients and develop respiratory care plans.
• Administer treatments and medications as prescribed.
• Teach patients and families about disease processes and wellness.

Skills

Patient Care

Ventilator Care

Blood Gas Analysis

Patient Education

Education

High School Diploma

Graduate of AMA Approved Respiratory Care Program

Tools

Medical Gas Systems

Computer Information Management Systems

Job description

Summary:
Responsible for the treatment, care, and management of patients with deficiencies and/or abnormalities of the cardio-respiratory system.

Acts as clinical resource in all areas of patient care and contributes to the overall quality of patient care.

Position Responsibilities:

1. Performs assessment of patients and develops their respiratory plan of care.
2. Administers treatments/medications as prescribed by the physician.
3. Demonstrates competency in all aspects of invasive and non-invasive ventilator care.
4. Demonstrates competency in all aspects of the Blood Gas Laboratory.
5. Teaches and reinforces education on disease process, treatment, and wellness to patient and/or family and the community at large.
6. Set-up, operate, and maintain medical gas and airway humidification systems.
7. Demonstrates the knowledge and ability to interact/interface with varying computer information management systems in order to document patient care related activities.

Required Education:
Graduate of an AMA approved program of study in Respiratory Care with a high school diploma.

Training/Certifications/Licensure:
Registered as a Respiratory Therapist as determined by the National Board for Respiratory Care or Certified Respiratory Therapist with 10 years of experience.
BLS credential.
ACLS credential (or must obtain ACLS within 6 months of hire).
Licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner by the New Jersey State Board of Respiratory Care.