Registered Respiratory Care Practitioner

Saint Peters Healthcare System • New Brunswick, NJ

126d • $40 - $57

About The Position

The Registered Respiratory Care Practitioner will provide all aspects of therapeutic and diagnostic respiratory care based on established American Association of Respiratory Care Standards and Saint Peters University Hospital Policies and Procedures. Demonstrates competency in all procedures within the scope of practice, as appropriate to the ages of the patients served; the ability to obtain information and interpret information in terms of the patients needs; a knowledge of growth and development and an understanding of the range of treatment needed by these patients. Administer oxygen therapy according to policy and procedure. Perform diagnostic tests according to policy and procedure as appropriate to the ages of the patient’s growth and development through the life cycle factors (Neonates, Pediatrics, Adolescents, Adult, and Geriatrics). Initiate and maintain mechanical ventilation according to policy and procedure as appropriate to the ages of the patient’s growth and development through the life cycle factors (Neonates, Pediatrics, Adolescents, Adult, and Geriatrics). Maintain, evaluate and operate respiratory care equipment. Respond to emergency situations in Hospital as appropriate to the ages of the patient’s growth and development through the life cycle factors (Neonates, Pediatrics, Adolescents, Adult, and Geriatrics). Attend and participate in education and Department meetings. Perform Hands Off Communication: Participate in the training and monitoring of respiratory students during their clinical rotation at Saint Peter’s University Hospital. Provides guidance, assistance and instruction to registry-eligible Respiratory Care Practitioners and Respiratory Care Trainers on therapeutic and technical questions as appropriate to the ages of the patient’s growth and development through the life cycle factors (Neonates, Pediatrics, Adolescents, Adult, and Geriatrics).

Requirements

• Graduate of an AMA-approved one (1) year Program in Respiratory Therapy.
• Licensed by the State of New Jersey Board of Respiratory Care as a Respiratory Care Practitioner.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
• Demonstrated competency in all procedures within scope of practice.
• Knowledge of growth and development and understanding of treatment needed by patients.
• Demonstrated competency in the care and treatment of Infant, Pediatric, Adolescent, Adult and Geriatric age groups.
• BLS Certification required, as approved by the American Heart Association.
• Pediatric Advance Life Support (PALS) obtained within 30 days of start date.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification required for practitioners assigned to the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapeutic and diagnostic respiratory care based on established standards and hospital policies.
• Administer oxygen therapy according to policy and procedure.
• Perform diagnostic tests appropriate to the ages of the patient’s growth and development.
• Initiate and maintain mechanical ventilation according to policy and procedure.
• Maintain, evaluate and operate respiratory care equipment.
• Respond to emergency situations in the hospital.
• Attend and participate in education and department meetings.
• Participate in the training and monitoring of respiratory students during their clinical rotation.
• Provide guidance and assistance to registry-eligible Respiratory Care Practitioners and Trainers.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Savings accounts and voluntary benefits.
• Wellness programs and discounts.
• Paid life insurance.
• Generous 401(k) match.
• Adoption assistance.
• Back-up daycare.
• Free onsite parking.
• Recognition rewards.
• Fully paid tuition program or generous tuition assistance program.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees