Respiratory Therapist - Nightshift - Full-time

New Jersey Respiratory; Freneau (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

New Jersey Respiratory is seeking Respiratory Therapists to assess and treat patients with respiratory and cardiopulmonary disorders and educate patients and their families on managing conditions.

The role requires a state license as a Respiratory Therapist, BLS certification, and the ability to work 12-hour shifts in a fast-paced setting while collaborating with a care team.

Qualifications

• Required strong interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts in a fast-paced environment.
• Respond to emergency situations as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assess and treat patients with respiratory and cardiopulmonary disorders.
• Administer medications and oxygen therapy as prescribed.
• Educate patients and families on managing conditions and breathing techniques.
• Collaborate with physicians and nurses to develop treatment plans.
• Monitor progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary.
• Respond to emergencies and provide life support measures within scope of practice.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Communication skills

Education

Respiratory Therapist license

BLS certification

Job description

Summary:

We are seeking Respiratory Therapists to join our team of healthcare professionals! The successful candidate will be responsible for assessing and treating patients with respiratory and cardiopulmonary disorders and providing education to patients and their families on how to manage their conditions.

Responsibilities:

• Assess and treat patients with respiratory and cardiopulmonary disorders, such as asthma, bronchitis, emphysema, and pneumonia.
• Administer medication and oxygen therapy as prescribed by physicians.
• Educate patients and their families on how to manage their conditions, including medication use and breathing techniques.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, such as physicians and nurses, to develop patient treatment plans.
• Monitor and record patients' progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary.
• Respond to emergency situations, such as cardiac arrest, and provide life support measures as needed, in accordance with the scope of practice for a Respiratory Therapist.

Requirements:

• Current state license to practice as a Respiratory Therapist.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts in a fast-paced environment and respond to emergency situations.