REGISTERED RESP THERAPIST at Cooper University Health Care Careers summary:
A Registered Respiratory Therapist at Cooper University Health Care is responsible for patient assessment, monitoring mechanical ventilation, and administering respiratory treatments. With a focus on providing high-quality care, the role includes airway management, oxygen delivery, and patient education. This position requires a valid respiratory care license and at least one year of critical care experience in a pediatric or adult setting.
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Short DescriptionPatient 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, arterial blood gas acquisition & analysis,
Transcutaneous pc02 & po2 monitoring, 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 RequiredPost Respiratory Care program graduate.
1-2 years preferred Pediatric and Adult critical care experience.
Education RequirementsAS/BS Degree, Graduate of an AMA Approved Respiratory Care Program.
License/Certification RequirementsCurrent New Jersey State Respiratory Care Board License, valid BLS
Special RequirementsNRP within 6 months of starting position.
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