Respiratory Therapy Pulmonary Resource Nurse

Saint Peter's Healthcare System • New Brunswick, NJ

84d • $45 - $58

About The Position

The Respiratory Therapy Pulmonary Resource Nurse will collaborate with respiratory care practitioners to provide care for patients with respiratory difficulties within the inpatient setting. The pulmonary resource nurse must be able to assess and treat patients of all ages, from newborns to geriatrics. The Pulmonary Resource Nurse will work closely with the manager of the respiratory department and the managers of pediatrics and med-surg patient care units.

Requirements

• Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of New Jersey.
• BSN preferred or must be obtained within three (3) years of hire date.
• Minimum of two (2) years' critical care experience preferred.
• BLS certification required, as approved by the American Heart Association.
• ACLS certification obtained during clinical orientation.
• PALS certification obtained during clinical orientation.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with respiratory care practitioners to provide care for patients with respiratory difficulties.
• Assess and treat patients of all ages, from newborns to geriatrics.
• Work closely with the manager of the respiratory department and the managers of pediatrics and med-surg patient care units.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Savings accounts.
• 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

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree