Respiratory Care Practitioner - Per Diem - Day - New Brunswick, NJReq #:45428

　　Category:Respiratory Therapy

　　Status:Per Diem

　　Shift:Day

　　Facility:Childrens Specialized Hosp

　　Department:Respiratory Therapy NB

　　Location:

　　Children’s Specialized Hospital (CSH), 200 Somerset Street, New Brunswick, NJ 08901

　　Job Overview:

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

　　Qualifications:

　　Required:

　　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:

　　Bachelors of Science degree

　　Less than 2 years of experience is appropriate at this level

　　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

　　Certifications and Licenses Required:

　　Registered Respiratory Therapist from the National Board of Respiratory Care

　　NJ State Respiratory License

　　AHA BLS Provider Certification

　　Scheduling Requirements:

　　Per Diem

　　7:00am 3:30pm

　　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.

　　Benefits and Perks:

　　403b Retirement Plan

　　Discounts Through our Partners

　　NJ Devils

　　NJ Performing Arts Center

　　Verizon

　　And many more!

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　　RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered,high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while deliveringa 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