RWJBH is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for our New Brunswick campus. This is a part-time, night position (36hours/week)

Responsibilities:

• Administer aerosol medication, Chest PT and related therapies including medical gas therapy per physician orders or approved protocols
• Perform rounds on all assigned patients to deliver appropriate care
• Assess and interpret patient status using Laboratory and Radiology results along with vital signs and other assessments to identify and provide appropriate care based on the specific needs identified
• Evaluate therapy orders for completeness, appropriateness, quality and effectiveness using Evidence-Based Practice Guidelines
• Recommend changes in the care plan based on assessments and guidelines
• Correctly complete all patient records and documentation according to Department policy including patient assessment, plan of care, E-MAR, patient education and performance improvement fields
• Rarely leaves Overdue Tasks
• Demonstrate knowledge and skill in the use of Oxygen Therapy, BiPAP, CPAP and High Flow Nasal Cannulas for use in primary assignment area patient populations
• Knowledge and skill includes device and interface selection, application, operational verification and modes of therapy
• Assess effectiveness of therapy
• Report any adverse reaction or side effects such as skin irritation
• Demonstrate Knowledge and skill in the use of invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilation in primary assignment area patient populations
• Knowledge and skill includes device and interface selection, application, operational verification, troubleshooting, and modes of therapy
• Assess effectiveness of therapy three times per shift
• Report any adverse reactions or side effects such as skin irritation

Education:

• Graduate of a National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) School for Respiratory care.

Requirements:

• Registered Respiratory Therapist by NBRC.
• BLS certification required (American Heart Association).
• Licensed by New Jersey State Board of Respiratory Care.
• Successful completion of all orientation programs.