Respiratory Therapist PD Nights

Location: Lourdes Health System - 1600 Haddon Ave

Remote Type: On‑site

Employment Type: Employee

Employment Classification: Per Diem

Time Type: Part time

Work Shift: Day Shift - 12 Hr (United States of America)

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Responsible for the treatment, care, and management of patients with cardio‑respiratory deficiencies or abnormalities. Serves as a clinical resource in all areas of patient care and contributes to the overall quality of patient care.

• Performs patient assessments and develops individualized respiratory care plans.
• Administers treatments/medications as prescribed by the physician.
• Demonstrates competency in all aspects of invasive and non‑invasive ventilator care.
• Demonstrates competency in all aspects of the Blood Gas Laboratory and/or laboratory procedures regarding blood gases.
• Provides patient and family education on medications, disease processes, treatments, and wellness strategies.
• Sets up, operates, and maintains medical gas delivery and airway humidification systems.
• Documents patient care activities using computer information management systems.

• RRT new graduates accepted. CRT with 10 years of experience. CRT with less than 10 years of experience will be required to earn their RRT credential within one year.
• Graduate of an AMA‑approved program of study in Respiratory Care with a high school diploma.
• Registered or Registry Eligible as a Respiratory Therapist as determined by the National Board for Respiratory Care. BLS credential. ACLS credential (or must obtain ACLS within 6 months of hire). Licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner by the New Jersey State Board of Respiratory Care.

Hourly Rate: $43.06 - $66.95