News & Resources

Join NJSRC in celebrating Respiratory Care Week, October 25–31, 2026. This year’s theme, “Every Breath, Every Moment,” recognizes the respiratory therapists who provide essential care to patients and families every day.

The American Association for Respiratory Care is advocating for the Supplemental Oxygen Access Reform (SOAR) Act, bipartisan federal legislation designed to improve access to medically appropriate supplemental oxygen for Medicare beneficiaries. Learn about the issue, the proposed reforms, and resources available through AARC.

AARC Congress 2026 will take place November 14–17 at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans, bringing respiratory care professionals together for education, networking, and professional development.

NJSRC representatives Robert Guardabasco and Erin Sullivan recently participated in a Washington, DC Fly-In, representing the respiratory care profession and supporting advocacy efforts on behalf of respiratory therapists.

NJSRC is seeking presenters for the 2026 Conference, taking place October 14–16. Respiratory care professionals are invited to submit presentation topics through SolutionsX2.

Respiratory Care, the official journal of the AARC, is a valuable resource for respiratory therapists, clinicians, educators, and students seeking peer-reviewed research and evidence-based insights.

A recent RT leadership conference highlighted how advocacy stopped legislation that could have fundamentally changed — and weakened — our profession. This is why membership matters, and why supporting our state and national societies is essential to protecting respiratory care.

Our new NJSRC website is live, creating a more accessible home for education, advocacy, and community.

The winning design of the 2025 Shore Conference t-shirt celebrates creativity, professional pride, and the vital work of respiratory therapists across New Jersey. Designed by a member of St. Peter’s University Hospital’s respiratory department, this year’s entry stood out for its meaning and impact.

Each year, NJSRC supports disaster relief and humanitarian efforts through member-driven donations and rapid emergency aid initiatives. In 2025, our community raised $1,500 to help deliver timely support when it mattered most. Learn how respiratory care professionals are making an impact beyond the bedside.