Respiratory Therapist Reg

Monmouth Medical Center; Long Branch (NJ); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for a night shift in New Jersey. The role involves assessing pulmonary status, developing care plans with physicians and nurses, and delivering respiratory care while ensuring patient safety.

The position requires NJ licensure as a Respiratory Care Practitioner, BLS, and preferred CRT/RRT certification, with PALS/NRP to be completed within 12 months. AA/AS degree preferred and the hospital environment emphasizes teamwork.

Qualifications

• AA/AS degree preferred.
• NJ licensure as Respiratory Care Practitioner required.
• NBRC CRT/RRT certification preferred.
• BLS certification required.
• PALS/NRP within 12 months must be obtained by all staff.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients' pulmonary status and develop plans of care with physicians and nurses.
• Deliver respiratory care and report safety issues.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team on care plans.
• Perform procedures and monitor patient response to therapies.
• Support instruction of new staff and act as needed as a preceptor.

Skills

Communication

Clinical judgment

Teamwork

Evidence-based care

Attention to safety

Continuous learning

Collaboration

Education

AA/AS degree preferred

NJ licensure as Respiratory Care Practitioner required

NBRC CRT/RRT certification preferred

BLS certification required

PALS/NRP within 12 months

Job description

Job Title: Respiratory Therapist Reg Location: Monmouth Medical Center Department Name: Respiratory Care Req #: 0000261921 Status: Hourly Shift: Night Pay Range: $46.07 - $56.23 per hour

Pay Transparency: The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey. The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Respiratory Therapist - RWJBarnabas Health

At RWJBarnabas Health, Respiratory Therapists become part of a purpose-driven environment where teamwork, clinical excellence, and compassionate care improve the lives of patients every day. Assesses patients pulmonary status, develops plan of care in collaboration with the physician and nurses and delivers respiratory care to patients, Is responsible for reporting identified safety issues such as hazardous environments and medical errors, etc. As a Respiratory Therapist, you will play a vital role in assessing, treating, and educating patients with cardiopulmonary conditions while working alongside an interdisciplinary team dedicated to exceptional care. Joining RWJBarnabas Health means joining a community where every Respiratory Therapist is encouraged to grow, innovate, and make a meaningful impact.

A typical day for a Respiratory Therapist may include:

• Assesses patients' pulmonary status, develops plans of care in collaboration with physicians and nurses, delivers respiratory care, and reports identified safety issues such as hazardous environments and medical errors.
• Adheres to documentation standards by contributing to interdisciplinary care plans, recording interventions consistently with expected outcomes, and maintaining multidisciplinary teaching records.
• Assumes responsibility for reducing length of stay through timely clinical interventions and delegating follow-up treatments appropriately.
• Collaborates daily with the multidisciplinary team on respiratory care plans, teaching, discharge planning, and reinforcing care with patients and families.
• Evaluates treatments, initiates appropriate therapies (such as MDI, HFN, CPT, and aerosol treatments), and conducts accurate pulmonary histories and assessments.
• Performs emergency intubations, extubations per MD orders, management of ventilated patients, and ventilator transports.
• Participates in monitoring patient care outcomes, quality improvement targets, and identifying variances that impact length of stay.
• Participates in orienting new associates, serving as a preceptor, and mentoring team members to advance clinical skills.
• Performs ABG processing procedures, provides cardiac monitoring within the scope of practice, and responds to CAC/life support measures.

This role might be for you if:

• Clear, compassionate communication defines how you interact with patients, families, and colleagues
• Strong clinical judgment helps you respond confidently in both routine and critical care situations
• You thrive in a fast-paced environment where teamwork and adaptability are essential
• Providing evidence-based respiratory care is central to your professional practice
• Attention to detail and patient safety guide your daily work
• Continuous learning and professional growth are important to you
• Collaborative team culture is something you actively help strengthen

Job Qualifications/Education/Training/Certification/Licensure Comments

• AA/AS degree preferred
• NJ licensure as Respiratory Care Practitioner required
• CRT or RRT Certification by NBRC preferred
• BLS required
• Certifications in PALS and NRP to be obtained within the first twelve months of employment for all full and part time staff