Respiratory Therapist Reg - Per Diem, Night - Lakewood, NJ

RWJBarnabas Health; Lakewood Township, Gardiner (NJ, ME); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated Respiratory Therapist to join their team in Lakewood Township. This per diem night position involves assessing patients' pulmonary status, collaborating with healthcare professionals to develop care plans, and delivering essential respiratory care. You will be responsible for administering treatments, assisting in emergency situations, and ensuring the highest standards of patient care. With a commitment to community health and professional development, this role offers an opportunity to make a significant impact in patient lives while enjoying a supportive work environment and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Short & Long Term Disability

Life & Accidental Death Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness Programs

Discounts through partners

Qualifications

• Must have NJ RRT license and BLS certification.
• PALS certification is required for this role.

Responsibilities

• Administers respiratory care and documents patient information.
• Assists during emergency procedures and provides patient airway management.
• Operates and troubleshoots respiratory equipment.

Skills

Respiratory Care

Patient Assessment

CPR

Emergency Response

Education

AA/AS degree

Tools

Oxygen Delivery Devices

Pulse Oximeters

Ventilators

Arterial Blood Analyzers

Job description

Respiratory Therapist Reg - Per Diem, Night - Lakewood, NJ

Req #: 0000189176

Category: Respiratory Therapy

Status: Per Diem

Shift: Night

Facility: Monmouth Medical Center - Southern Campus

Department: Respiratory Care

Location:

MMC Southern Campus,
600 River Road, Lakewood, NJ 08701

Job Overview:

The Respiratory Therapist assesses a patient's pulmonary status, develops a plan of care in collaboration with the physician and nurses, and delivers respiratory care to patients.

Qualifications:

Required:

• NJ RRT license
• BLS through American Heart Association
• PALS certification

Preferred:

• AA/AS degree

Scheduling Requirements:

• Night Shift
• Per Diem

Essential Functions:

• Administers respiratory care as ordered by the physician and documents all required information in patient records.
• Assists during emergency bronchoscopy procedures.
• Intubates (if certified) and manually ventilates patients during emergency situations.
• Extubates patients as ordered by physicians.
• Performs and interprets weaning parameters and simple spirometry (bedside) as ordered.
• Performs arterial puncture, analysis, and reporting of sample results, interpreting results relative to acid-base balance and ventilatory status.
• Performs daily preventive maintenance and quality control for arterial blood analyzers and co-oximeter.
• Provides and maintains patient airways (including suctioning and securing endotracheal tubes, tracheostomies, and oral pharyngeal airways).
• Provides appropriate in-service to patients, family, physicians, nurses, and clinical employees as required.
• Responds to Code Blue and performs CPR as required.
• Sets up, operates, monitors, and troubleshoots oxygen delivery devices, pulse oximeters, end-tidal CO2 monitors, and ventilators.
• Verifies that physician orders are complete and appropriate and checks for possible contraindications.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Benefits and Perks:

Our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes:

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts through partners like NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Why Choose RWJBarnabas Health?

We are committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered care in a compassionate and equitable manner. Our mission is to create healthier communities through innovative strategies in care, education, and research. Join us to be part of a team that values community impact, professional growth, and a supportive work environment.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer