Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
Hackensack, NJ
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Location: Hackensack, New Jersey
Employment Type: Clinical-Allied
Shift: 6:45 PM - 7:15 AM (12-hour shifts)
Contract Length: 33 weeks

Job Summary

• Provide respiratory therapy under medical direction for patients with cardiopulmonary deficiencies.
• Perform intubation assistance, ventilator setup, and management.
• Evaluate patient needs including disease education, testing, and consultations with healthcare professionals.
• Educate patients and caregivers based on identified needs.
• Collaborate effectively with patients, caregivers, and healthcare team members.
• Adhere to organizational competencies and standards of behavior.
• Physical requirements include lifting, pushing, pulling a minimum of 5 lbs., and standing at least 1 hour per day.
• Regular contact with medical personnel and visitors.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Respiratory Therapist license in New Jersey
• Minimum 1 year of recent experience as a Respiratory Therapist, including 1 year of ICU experience
• Current NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification
• BLS (Basic Life Support) issued by the American Heart Association
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) issued by the American Heart Association
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) issued by the American Heart Association
• High school diploma or equivalent

Additional Information

• Must have a strong sense of accountability and patient focus.
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt to changing patient needs.
• Exceptional teamwork skills required.
• Every other weekend and holidays required.

Hours & Schedule

• 36 hours per week, working 3 shifts of 12 hours each.