Job Title: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
Location: Edison, NJ
Duration: 13 Weeks
Shift: Evening/Night
Pay Rate: $2,206.08 Weekly Gross ($61.28/hour)
We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to provide high-quality respiratory care in a dynamic healthcare environment in Edison, New Jersey. The ideal candidate will be experienced in managing acute and chronic respiratory conditions, operating life-support equipment, and responding to emergency situations with precision and professionalism.
Administer and monitor respiratory care treatments such as oxygen therapy, aerosol medications, chest physiotherapy, and airway management.
Set up, operate, and monitor mechanical ventilators and other advanced life-support systems.
Assess patients’ respiratory status and document findings in electronic medical records.
Perform arterial blood gas (ABG) sampling, analysis, and interpretation.
Collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, and the rapid response team to provide coordinated patient care.
Respond to emergency situations including Code Blue and Rapid Response activations.
Educate patients and families about respiratory care plans and equipment use.
Maintain and ensure the proper functioning of all respiratory therapy equipment.
Adhere to all infection control, safety, and compliance standards within the facility.
Required:
Active Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential through the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
Current New Jersey State License to practice as an RRT.
BLS and ACLS certifications (AHA-approved).
Minimum of 2 years of recent respiratory therapy experience in an acute care or hospital setting.
Proficiency with ventilator management, airway procedures, and respiratory diagnostics.
Preferred:
Experience in critical care or emergency response teams.
Familiarity with EPIC or other EMR systems.
For more details reach at ukhan@navitashealth.com / 518-862-1204.
About Navitas Healthcare, LLC certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.