Why Join Us Opportunity to work within a high-acuity, 700+ bed adult hospital that serves as a state-designated Level I Trauma Center and Advanced Comprehensive Stroke Center, offering exposure to complex, multisystem critical care. Manage and troubleshoot mechanical ventilation including BiPAP, CPAP, SIMV, IMV, high-frequency jet ventilator/oscillator, and weaning from mechanical ventilation.
Numbers & Facts
Location
New Brunswick, NJ
Description
Job Title
Respiratory Therapist – Adult (RRT)
Location
New Brunswick, NJ | Acute Care
Schedule / Job Type
Contract | Nights | 3x12-Hour Shifts (19:00–07:30) | Every Other Weekend Required
Key Responsibilities
Provide respiratory therapy services within Adult Critical Care and Emergency Department settings, floating between units as needed within skillset
Manage and troubleshoot mechanical ventilation including BiPAP, CPAP, SIMV, IMV, high-frequency jet ventilator/oscillator, and weaning from mechanical ventilation
Perform airway management including intubation assist, extubation, tracheostomy care, nasal/oral airway placement, and suctioning (ETT and NT)
Administer and monitor advanced respiratory support including HFNC, iNO, hand-held/heated nebulizers, T-piece/trach collar, and bronchoscopy assistance
Draw and interpret ABGs; collect sputum specimens; provide care for patients with ARDS, COVID, pneumonia, cystic fibrosis, and aspiration
Document all patient care accurately using Epic EMR
Required Qualifications
Active New Jersey Respiratory Therapist license required
RRT credential required (CRT not accepted)
Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, PALS
Minimum 1.5 years of strong overall ICU experience
Proficiency with Epic EMR required
Must be available to work every other weekend and 1–2 holidays as needed
Locals are welcome and accepted
Preferred Experience / Skills
PICU and/or NICU experience highly preferred
Experience with neonatal/pediatric respiratory support including CPAP/Nasal CPAP/BiPAP, high-frequency jet ventilator, and oscillating ventilator
Prior travel therapy experience welcome; first-time travelers considered
Familiarity with care of complex, multisystem conditions in a tertiary-referral or Level I Trauma Center environment
Why Join Us
Opportunity to work within a high-acuity, 700+ bed adult hospital that serves as a state-designated Level I Trauma Center and Advanced Comprehensive Stroke Center, offering exposure to complex, multisystem critical care
Join a multidisciplinary pulmonary and critical care program featuring advanced bronchoscopic technology and collaboration across thoracic surgery, cardiac services, and other specialties