Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT), Shore Care - Per Diem

Responsibilities

• Aids in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of pulmonary disorders.
• Performs cardiopulmonary evaluations, respiratory therapy treatments, and patient education.
• Administers and monitors medical gases, mechanical ventilation, artificial airway care, and bronchopulmonary hygiene.
• Monitors and changes ventilators and ventilator circuits according to infection control protocols.
• Operates and monitors respiratory equipment, including invasive and non-invasive devices.
• Records patient responses and procedures in the electronic medical record system.
• Manages patients on life support systems based on blood gas results and weaning studies.
• Supervises Certified Respiratory Care Technicians and ensures clinical compliance.
• Changes and maintains respiratory equipment using disinfecting solutions and cleaning agents.
• Communicates with patients and caregivers to understand and meet their specific needs.
• Lifts, pushes, and pulls a minimum of 35 lbs. and stands for a minimum of 6 hours per day.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA-approved Respiratory Care program.
• Associate's degree preferred.
• Two (2) years recent experience in acute care settings, or one (1) year travel experience, effective May 5, 2025.
• NJ Respiratory Care Practitioner License and NJ Registered Respiratory Therapist Certificate.
• AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification.