RESPIRATORY CARE PRACTITIONER

1 month ago


Long Branch NJ USA, United States RWJ Barnabas Full time
Job Overview:

The Respiratory Therapist assesses patients' pulmonary status, develops a plan of care in collaboration with the physician and nurses and delivers respiratory care to patients. Is responsible for reporting identified safety issues such as hazardous environments (i.e. damaged floors/walls/ceiling tiles/unsecured areas) and medical errors, etc.

Qualifications:

Required:

* Graduate of an accepted respiratory therapy program
* NJ state licensure
* CRT or RRT Certification
* BLS through American Heart Association
* PALS and NRP Certifications must be obtained within 12 months of hire.

Scheduling Requirements:

* Day Shift
* Per Diem
* Schedule may vary based on the needs of the department

Essential Functions:

* Adheres to documentation standard: Contributes to a comprehensive plan of care, which includes the patient and family and is interdisciplinary. Document intervention in retrievable form which is consistent with plan of care/expected outcomes. Contributes to multidisciplinary teaching record as needed assuring patient/family understanding of prescribed therapy
* Assumes responsibility for reduction in length of stay through the timely delivery of appropriate clinical intervention and delegates follow-up respiratory treatments to appropriate members of the care team
* Collaborates daily with Multidisciplinary Team in development and progress of overall plan of Respiratory care for patients as indicated
* Collaborates with Multidisciplinary Team establishing requirements for teaching and discharge planning of each patient - assures achievement of desired outcomes
* Collaborates with RN and reinforces plan of care daily with patient and family
* Evaluates treatment and orders/confirms appropriateness and initiates treatments of MDI, HFN, CPT, Aerosol treatment
* Initiates an accurate pulmonary history and assessment of patients during initial as well as subsequent therapies
* Intubates in emergency/extubates per MD orders
* Manages transport of ventilated patients
* Participates in monitoring patient care outcomes as established by targets/goals or Performance Improvement within services
* Participates in quality monitoring process to identify variances that increase length of stay
* Participates in the orientation of other associates new to service areas
* Performs techniques/procedures for processing ABG s
* Provides cardiac monitoring within scope of practice
* Responds to CAC/performs life support measures
* Serves as preceptor during orientation of Respiratory Therapists new to the unit or central department
* Uses mentoring skills with team members to advance their knowledge base and clinical skills

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

* Paid Time Off (PTO)
* Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
* Dental and Vision Insurance
* Retirement Plans
* Short & Long Term Disability
* Life & Accidental Death Insurance
* Tuition Reimbursement
* Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
* Wellness Programs
* Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
* Discounts through our partners, such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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