Respiratory Therapist Job at Saint Michaels Medical Center, Newark, NJ

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  • Saint Michaels Medical Center
  • Newark, NJ

Job Description

Job Description

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Overview:

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The RCP I performs respiratory therapeutic and pulmonary diagnostic procedures as ordered by the physician. This role emphasizes the assessment, planning, implementation, and documentation of patient care, taking into consideration age-specific and population-specific needs. In the absence of a supervisor, the RCP I may be assigned as Lead RCP, assuming responsibility for the section or department during their shift.

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Responsibilities:
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  • Perform respiratory therapeutic procedures, including oxygen therapy, nebulizer treatments, airway management, and mechanical ventilation as prescribed.

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  • Conduct pulmonary diagnostic procedures, such as pulmonary function testing, arterial blood gas collection, and spirometry.

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  • Assess patient respiratory status and develop individualized care plans in collaboration with the healthcare team.

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  • Implement physician orders and ensure timely delivery of respiratory care interventions.

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  • Document all assessments, interventions, and patient responses accurately and thoroughly in the medical record.

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  • Monitor and adjust respiratory equipment, ensuring proper function and patient safety.

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  • Provide education and guidance to patients and families regarding respiratory care and treatment plans.

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  • Maintain knowledge of current respiratory care practices and participate in continuing education.

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  • Serve as Lead RCP in the absence of a supervisor, overseeing department operations and coordinating staff workflow.

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  • Participate in quality improvement initiatives and departmental performance improvement activities.

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Qualifications:

Education and Work Experience

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  1. State Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) License required
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  3. Current BCLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current.
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  5. 2 years? experience as a RCP preferred.
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  7. ACLS certificate within 60 days of hire and maintain current
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  9. NRP certificate preferred
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  11. PALS certificate within 60 days of hire and maintain current.
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  13. Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science degree required. If there is no Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science Degree, a high school diploma or equivalent is required.
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Join an award-winning team of dedicated professionals committed to our core values of quality, compassion and community! Saint Michael's Medical Center, a member of Prime Healthcare, offers incredible opportunities to expand your horizons and be part of a community dedicated to making a difference.

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Established by the Franciscan Sisters of the Poor in 1867, Saint Michael's Medical Center is a 358-bed regional tertiary-care, teaching, and research center in the heart of Newark's business and educational district and is accredited by The Joint Commission. Combining state-of-the-art technology, the latest diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, leading-edge research, and a network of highly qualified physicians, nurses, and allied health professionals, the hospital provides top-quality health care services delivered with compassionate care.

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The first medical institution in New Jersey to perform open-heart surgery, and the first to develop a cardiac catheterization program, Saint Michael's Medical Center is home to the Heart and Vascular Institute, which offers a comprehensive array of innovative cardiac treatments and procedures. Learn more at

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Pay Transparency:

Saint Michael's Medical Center offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. Benefits may vary based on collective bargaining agreement requirements and/or the employment status, i.e. full-time or part-time. The current compensation range for this role is $32.75 per hour to $47.01 per hour. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.

Employment Status: Full Time Shift: Nights Equal Employment Opportunity:

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: -10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf

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Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Part time, Work experience placement, Local area, Shift work, Night shift,

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