Respiratory Therapy Registered

Overview

The primary purpose of a Respiratory Therapist Registered (RTR) position is to provide direct patient care. Upon the order of the physician, administers pulmonary therapeutic, diagnostic procedures and sets up, operates, monitors and manages various types of respiratory equipment to be utilized in the treatment, management, control and care of patients of all ages with deficiencies and abnormalities of the cardio respiratory system.

Works primarily in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU), collaborates with nurses and physicians in the implementation of individualized care plans.

• Provide direct patient care per physician orders.
• Administer pulmonary therapeutic and diagnostic procedures.
• Set up, operate, monitor and manage respiratory equipment used in treatment, management, control and care of patients with cardio-respiratory deficiencies and abnormalities.
• Collaborate with nurses and physicians to implement individualized care plans in the ICU setting.

• Successful completion of a program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC).
• Must possess the Registry (RRT) credential from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) as a Respiratory Care Practitioner.
• Must have a valid license issued by the New Jersey State Board of Respiratory Care.
• Current BLS certificate is required and successful completion of all mandatory competencies and training as required by the Joint Commission, Department of Health (DOH) and other regulatory agencies.
• Must possess good communications skills.
• Continuing
  
  Education requirements:
  
  Must complete 30 Continuing Education Credits (CE) for renewal of biennial license.
• State Board of Respiratory Care Subchapter 13:44F-10.1.