RESPIRATORY THERAPIST I PRN

Cooper University Health Care; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist I to join their team in Camden, NJ. This role involves critical patient assessments and the administration of advanced respiratory therapies, ensuring optimal care for both pediatric and adult patients. With a commitment to professional development, the organization offers a supportive environment where you can enhance your skills and make a meaningful impact in the community. If you're passionate about respiratory care and eager to grow your career in a dynamic setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Post Respiratory Care graduate with 1-2 years of critical care experience preferred.
• Must maintain required proficiencies and certifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide mechanical ventilatory support and monitor patients.
• Administer aerosol therapy and manage airways for patients.

Skills

Patient assessment

Mechanical ventilatory support

Non-invasive ventilation support

Airway management

Cardiopulmonary resuscitation

Patient and family education

Education

AS/BS Degree

Graduate of an AMA Approved Respiratory Care Program

Job description

RESPIRATORY THERAPIST I PRN
Camden, NJ
Job ID 37214 Job Type Per Diem
Shift Day
Specialty Respiratory

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About us

At Cooper University Health Care, our commitment to providing extraordinary health care begins with our team. Our extraordinary professionals are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhanced access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies and research protocols. We have a commitment to our employees by providing competitive rates and compensation, a comprehensive employee benefits programs, attractive working conditions, and the chance to build and explore a career opportunity by offering professional development. Discover why Cooper University Health Care is the employer of choice in South Jersey.

Short Description

Patient assessment, mechanical ventilatory support monitoring, non-invasive ventilation support, administration of medical gas delivery systems (i.e.: heliox, nitric, oxygen compressed air, etc...).Humidification and aerosol therapy, airway management, delivery of aerosolized & instilled medications, chest physical therapy, vest therapy, IPV therapy, in-exsuffalator therapy, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, arterial blood gas acquisition & analysis, Transcutaneous pc02 & po2monitoring, pulse oximetry monitoring & trending, ventilatory weaning, peak flow monitoring, assist with bedside tracheostomies, and bronchoscopy. Internal and external patient transporting, patient and family education.

Experience Required

Post Respiratory Care graduate

1-2 years preferred Pediatric and Adult critical care experience.

Education Requirements

AS/BS Degree, Graduate of an AMA Approved Respiratory Care Program.

License/Certification Requirements

Current New Jersey State Respiratory Care Board license.

AHA/BLS

Special Requirements

NRP within (6) months of starting position.

Maintain required proficiencies (skills fair, BLS, NRP and NJ state licensure)

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