Respiratory Therapist - Ventilation & Critical Care

John Theurer Cancer Center at Hackensack University Medical Center; Hackensack (NJ); On-site; USD 54,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health in Hackensack, NJ seeks an experienced Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to provide clinical care for pulmonary patients in both critical and non-critical settings.

The role requires an AMA approved Respiratory Care program and NJ licensure, with responsibilities including evaluation, ventilator management, therapy administration, patient education and EPIC documentation. Competitive benefits apply.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA approved Respiratory Care program.
• Associate degree.
• Comprehensive knowledge of all clinical aspects of Respiratory Care.
• NJ Respiratory Care Practitioner License.
• NJ Registered Respiratory Therapist Certificate.
• AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.
• ACLS, NRP, and PALS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists in diagnosis, treatment and management of pulmonary patients per physician prescription.
• Performs cardiopulmonary evaluation, monitoring and education to patients and families.
• Operates and monitors invasive and non-invasive respiratory equipment on patients.
• Administers and monitors respiratory care therapies and ventilator support.
• Documents therapy details and patient response in EPIC.

Skills

Respiratory care knowledge

Education

AMA approved Respiratory Care program

Associate degree

Job description

Hackensack Meridian Health in Hackensack, NJ seeks an experienced Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to provide clinical care for pulmonary patients in both critical and non-critical settings.

The role requires an AMA approved Respiratory Care program and NJ licensure, with responsibilities including evaluation, ventilator management, therapy administration, patient education and EPIC documentation. Competitive benefits apply.