Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Healthcare, High School Diploma, Intensive Care, Medical Diagnosis, Medical Equipment, Medical Records, Needs Assessment, Patient Assessment, Patient Care, Patient Education, Physical Demands, Pulmonary Disease, Respiratory Therapy, Team Player, Testing, Treatment Evaluation, Treatment Plan, Ventilator
Job Title: Registered Respiratory Therapist
Location: Hackensack, NJ 07601
Duration: 13 Weeks
Shift: Nights | 6:45 PM – 7:15 AM
Schedule: 3 days/week, 12 hours/day, 36 hours/week, Every Other Weekend Required, Holidays Required, Float Required
Pay Range: $50-$54/hr.
Schedule Notes:
- Must have active NJ License
- 1+ year of recent experience working as a licensed RRT required
- 1+ year of ICU experience required
- Previous experience with ventilators required
- Must be willing to float to Adult ICU, Intermediate Care, and Basic Intermediate Care floors
- 13-week contract
Work Setting: Hospital
Required Skills & Experience:
- 1+ year of recent experience as a licensed Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
- 1+ year of ICU experience
- Previous ventilator experience
- Ability to learn quickly and adapt to changing patient needs
- Strong accountability, teamwork, and patient-focused care
Education:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program
Required Certifications & Licensure:
- BLS (AHA)
- ACLS
- PALS
- Current and valid New Jersey Respiratory Care License
- Current and valid NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Certification
Job Summary:
- Provides and administers all aspects of Respiratory Care Therapy and supportive equipment under medical direction.
- Performs respiratory therapy treatment, management, diagnostic evaluation, and patient care.
- Assists with intubation and ventilator setup/management.
- Evaluates patient needs through assessment, testing, and consultation with healthcare professionals.
- Educates patients and caregivers regarding respiratory conditions and treatment plans.
- Collaborates with the healthcare team to support patient care goals.
- Performs other duties and projects as assigned.
Duties:
- Provide respiratory therapy services for patients with cardiopulmonary disorders.
- Assist with intubation procedures and ventilator management.
- Gather and evaluate patient information to determine respiratory care needs.
- Develop rapport with patients, caregivers, and team members.
- Provide and document patient/caregiver education.
- Adhere to departmental policies and organizational standards.
- Maintain required physical demands and professional interactions.
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