- Job Summary
- Administers respiratory treatments and therapies according to physician order and guidelines of Respiratory Care Licensure Act.
- Performs patient assessment pre, during, and post procedure for all ages groups including pediatric, adult, and geriatric.
- Demonstrates competency in assessment based on patient age, as well as physical and emotional growth.
- Demonstrates competence with all respiratory modalities and equipment.
- Performs maintenance and quality control procedures for pulmonary function testing and blood analyzers.
- Performs invasive procedures according to hospital and departmental guidelines, and endorses all critical results.
- Follows disinfection and sterilization procedures.
- Demonstrates knowledge of ventilation modes, weaning, and safety procedures for all age groups.
- Communicates effectively with staff, physicians, clinical personnel, patients, and visitors.
- Assumes role of Charge Person when indicated according to department guidelines.
- Completes departmental documentation and charges by the shift end.
- Educational Skills Required (Degree(s), Certification(s), License, etc.)
- AAS degree or certificate from an accredited Respiratory Care Program;
- CRT or RRT credentials; NJ Respiratory Care Practitioner License;
- BLS for healthcare workers on hire; ACLS within 6 months of hire.
- Work Experience Required
- At least 1 year experience preferred, but willing to train.
Additional Information:
Trinitas Regional Medical Center is a full-service healthcare facility serving those living and working in Eastern and Central Union counties.
Our Elizabeth, NJ hospital operates on two major campuses. Trinitas Regional Medical Center has 554 beds, including a 120-bed long-term care center. Trinitas Regional Medical Center is proud to offer state-of-the-art medicine backed by compassion and competence.
Our friendly, professional staff includes skilled physicians who are the foundation of the care we provide. Together, our medical team offers the community the most advanced technological care in every area of medicine and surgery.
RWJBarnabas Health is the most comprehensive health care delivery system in New Jersey, with a service area covering five million people. The system includes eleven acute care hospitals Clara Maass Medical Center in Belleville, Community Medical Center in Toms River, Jersey City Medical Center in Jersey City, Monmouth Medical Center in Long Branch, Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus in Lakewood, Newark Beth Israel Medical Center in Newark, RWJUH- New Brunswick, RWJUH- Somerset in Somerville, RWJUH- Hamilton, RWJUH- Rahway and Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center in Livingston; three acute care children s hospitals and a leading pediatric rehabilitation hospital (Children s Specialized Hospital), a freestanding 100-bed behavioral health center, trauma centers, a satellite emergency department, ambulatory care centers, geriatric centers, the state s largest behavioral health network, comprehensive home care and hospice programs, fitness and wellness centers, retail pharmacy services, a medical group, multi-site imaging centers and an accountable care organization.
We offer a great work environment, competitive rates and excellent benefits, including:
- Medical/Dental/Vision plans
- 401 (k)
- PTO
- Short & Long Term Disability
- Basic Life & Accidental Death Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
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