Respiratory Therapist I PRN
Cooper Norcross University Hospital
- Location
- Onsite (Camden, NJ)
- Compensation
- $34 - $56/hr
- Level
- Entry Level
About the Role
Cooper University Health Care is a leading academic health system in South Jersey seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide critical patient care, including mechanical ventilation and airway management, within a collaborative and innovative clinical environment.
Skills
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Retirement program
Full job details
About Us
At Cooper University Health Care, our commitment to providing extraordinary health care begins with our team. Our extraordinary professionals are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhanced access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies and research protocols. We have a commitment to our employees to provide competitive rates and compensation programs. Cooper offers full and part-time employees a comprehensive benefits program, including health, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement. We also provide attractive working conditions and opportunities for career growth through professional development.
Discover why Cooper University Health Care is the employer of choice in South Jersey.
Short Description
Patient assessment, mechanical ventilatory support monitoring, non-invasive ventilation support, administration of medical gas delivery systems (i.e.: heliox, nitric, oxygen compressed air, etc...).
Humidification and aerosol therapy, airway management, delivery of aerosolized & instilled medications, chest physical therapy, vest therapy, IPV therapy, in-exsuffalator therapy, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, arterialblood gas acquisition & analysis, Transcutaneous pc02 & po2monitoring, pulse oximetry monitoring & trending, ventilatory weaning, peak flow monitoring, assist with bedside tracheostomies, and bronchoscopy.
Internal and external patient transporting, patient and family education.
Experience Required
Post Respiratory Care program graduate.
1-2 years preferred Pediatric and Adult critical care experience.
Education Requirements
High School diploma or GED and Graduate of an AMA Approved Respiratory Care Program - Associates.
License/Certification Requirements
Current NJ-RESP - New Jersey State Respiratory Care Board License.
Valid BLS and ACLS