Respiratory Therapist - Night Shift

Job Description

The Respiratory Therapist provides quality patient care, administering intensive respiratory care and facilitating patient transport within the facility as medically prescribed and within the scope of professional licensure. The role requires minimal supervision and includes evaluating patients, recommending treatment plans, and educating patients during discharge.

Responsibilities

• Administers various treatments and tests, including operating both invasive and non-invasive ventilatory equipment, oxygen and aerosol devices, and nebulizers.
• Performs chest physiotherapy and suctioning by various methods, including oropharyngeal, nasal, and tracheal techniques.
• Conducts oximetry and capnography monitoring per policy.
• Reviews and evaluates patients' chest x-rays for further evaluation.
• Performs 12-Lead EKGs and basic arrhythmia recognition.
• Assists with respiratory care procedures such as bronchoscopy and chest tube placement.
• Provides tracheostomy care, including insertion and removal of tracheostomy tubes.
• Conducts arterial punctures and monitors ventilation efficiency.
• Documents all pertinent information in patient's respiratory care records and communicates effectively during hand-off rounds.
• Maintains respiratory therapy charging accuracy and performs other assigned duties.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Current NJ State Licensure as a Respiratory Therapist.
• Experience in respiratory care within a healthcare setting is preferred.
• Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS).

Schedule

This is a night shift position with a 3x12 hour schedule.

Why ARMStaffing?

At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
• Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
• Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
• 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
• Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
• Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more

We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here’s why:

• SIA’s Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019
• SIA’s Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. – 2023
• Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley – 2022, 2023
• Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway Hypodermics
• We've earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!

Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details!