Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

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Job description

Registered Respiratory Therapist- Full-time/ and PRN

$20,000 SIGN ON BONUS FOR FULL TIME

About Us
Come and join the Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional team. Cape Regional offers a compensation package that includes highly competitive pay, outstanding health benefits (medical, prescription, dental, vision, for you and your eligible dependents) company-paid life insurance, retirement benefits, paid time off, other voluntary benefits, tuition assistance, career advancement opportunities, and On-site Early Education Center _(10% tuition employee discount.)_

Short Description
Consistently demonstrates the ability to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate respiratory care of all patients based on patients' specific age group. Anticipates patient needs and consistently addresses patient concerns. Evaluates and reassesses interventions over time to assure best outcomes for the patients
Plans and implements non-standardized interventions, specifically individual exercise programs in accordance with AACVPR/AHA guidelines and physician recommendations
Plans for the patient discharge by working with the health care team to ensure timely discharge
Augments initial respiratory assessment data including biophysical, psychosocial, environmental, self care, discharge planning factors with experimental knowledge to refine individualized treatment plan. Consistently documents patient evaluation, departmental data, goals, patient notes, individual treatment plan, outcomes, and patient exercise sessions in a timely manner with a high degree of accuracy
Obtains compiles, interprets and incorporates patient data into monthly individualized treatment plan for the patient which reflects full range of needs, including physical/functional, vocation, nutritional, psychosocial, and emotional and education needs
Performs rapid observational assessment to determine changing priorities. Monitors patients, reports inappropriate responses. Terminates exercise as needed. Updates staff/physicians using SBAR
Recognizes and utilizes the knowledge and expertise of colleagues, Identifies available resources for patients and initiates referrals as appropriate

Requirements
Graduate of an AMA-approved Respiratory Therapy Program
Proof of having passed the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT).
A current NJ license. BLS and ACLS certification is required. At least two years of clinical respiratory therapy experience.
Ability to logically and independently plan and organize work assignments. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Job Types: Full-time, Per diem

Pay: $36.00 - $60.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 12 per week

Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Referral program
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
Shift:
12 hour shift
Day shift
Evening shift
Supplemental Pay:
Bonus opportunities
Differential pay
Overtime pay
Signing bonus
Yearly bonus

Ability to Relocate:
Cape May Court House, NJ 08210: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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