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RWJBarnabas Health

Pediatric Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Full Time - Night - New Brunswick, NJ

RWJBarnabas Health, Lincoln Park, New Jersey, us, 07035

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Pediatric Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Full Time - Night - New Brunswick, NJ Job Title: Respiratory Therapist Reg (RRT)

Location: Children's Specialized Hosp, 200 Somerset St., New Brunswick, NJ 08901

Department: Respiratory Care

Req #: 0000196293

Status: Full-Time

Shift: Night

Pay Range: $44.75 - $54.88 per hour

Job Overview As a Respiratory Care Practitioner, you will evaluate, treat, and care for pediatric patients with breathing or other cardiopulmonary disorders.

Qualifications

Graduate of a Joint Review Committee for Respiratory Therapy Education approved program of Respiratory Care

Registered Respiratory Therapist from the National Board of Respiratory Care

NJ State Respiratory License

AHA BLS Provider Certification

Preferred

Bachelor of Science degree

Certifications and Licenses Required

NJ State Respiratory License

AHA BLS Provider Certification

Scheduling Requirements

Shift working, 7:00pm-7:30am

Full Time - 36 hours/week

Essential Functions

Must be able to work at any site when needed

Demonstrates evidence of use of the Respiratory Therapy within time frames defined by the hospital and departmental policy

Recognizes and accurately identifies obvious patient and family health care needs

Plans, implements and evaluates plans of care for patients with a variety of problems. Begins to understand and implement pediatric rehabilitative rationales.

Implements appropriate and individualized patient and family education within time frames defined by hospital and departmental policies. Begins planning patient and family education

Understands the importance of interdisciplinary process. Begins to establish his|her role as a rehab Therapist functioning in a team structure

Promotes continuity of respiratory care and interdisciplinary interventions

Demonstrates evidence of the ISTAT blood analysis system and follows all policies and procedures relative to the laboratory

Recognizes and respects patient|family rights in a culturally and religiously sensitive environment of care

Requests guidance from RCP II, RCP III, Clinical Director and other resources when appropriate

Consistently appraises clinical performance and learning needs through self-evaluation.

Exhibits consistent professional behavior and is accountable for actions with regard to professional issues

Serves as a role model to Respiratory students and new employees

Physical Demands

Able to lift and carry equipment and patients greater than 15 pounds or greater

Potential for blood and body fluid splashes and exposures

On feet most of the day; bending, walking, manual dexterity, pushing, pulling

Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at anytime with or without notice.

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 (e.g., 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.

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