Acute Care RRT Navigator

Acute Care RRT Navigator wanted for a fast-paced, high-performing hospital where advanced practice, impact, and growth come standard. Step into a role that energizes your passion for respiratory care and COPD outcomes .


The Acute Care RRT Navigator will thrive in a mission-driven, patient-first environment known for clinical excellence, high-acuity cases, and innovation-forward leadership-think cutting-edge technology, streamlined workflows, robust clinical decision support, and measurable quality outcomes-while enjoying strong clinician wellbeing initiatives, transparent career pathways, tuition and certification support, and a brand that patients and professionals trust.


Within a top-tier Respiratory Therapy program, the Acute Care RRT Navigator joins a department backed by a three-time Magnet-designated hospital recognized for nursing excellence and strong professional practice environment, earned CMS 5-Star Quality Rating four consecutive years, consistently recognized for patient safety with Leapfrog "A" grades and Healthgrades Patient Safety Excellence Awards, and a strong reputation for nursing support, residency programs, and positive workplace culture.


Reporting to the Respiratory Therapy Manager, the Acute Care RRT Navigator partners with friendly nurses and a diverse team of physicians, APPs, pharmacists, case managers, and social work to deliver comprehensive COPD education using written materials and visual aids. Coordinate referrals to pulmonary rehab and pulmonary function testing; serve as a liaison to clinical teams for optimal length of stay and safe discharge planning; and conduct post-discharge calls to reinforce action plans, medication adherence, and follow-up. The Acute Care RRT Navigator teaches lung anatomy and physiology, COPD pathophysiology, medication classes and patient-specific regimens, recognizing exacerbations versus baseline changes, exercise and pulmonary rehab, smoking cessation, oxygen and home equipment, and COPD-focused nutrition, and also performs the full scope of inpatient and outpatient Respiratory Therapy across the lifespan. Individuals earning quick interviews have graduated from an AMA-approved program, have an active NYS Respiratory Care License, and are RRT credentialed. Credentials such as AARC COPD Educator and Tobacco Cessation Specialist are preferred.

Set in the greater New York metropolitan area, the Acute Care RRT Navigator enjoys world-class arts and culture, vibrant neighborhoods, exceptional dining, pro and collegiate sports, and four-season outdoor recreation, plus diverse housing options, strong schools and universities, outstanding healthcare access, inclusive communities, efficient public transit and commuter rail, major-airport connectivity, and a dynamic job market.

The Acute Care RRT Navigator role offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. To learn more and confidentially explore fit, connect today with a Clinical Management Consultants recruiter and take the next step .