What are the responsibilities and job description for the Respiratory Therapist I PRN position at Cooper University Hospital?
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Short Description
Patient 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 & po2monitoring, 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 Required
Post Respiratory Care program graduate.
1-2 years preferred Pediatric and Adult critical care experience.
Education Requirements
AS/BS Degree, Graduate of an AMA Approved Respiratory Care Program. Bachelor preferred.
License/Certification Requirements
Current New Jersey State Respiratory Care Board License,
Valid AHA/BLS.
NRP within 6 months of starting position
