Home Respiratory Therapist / Nurse — Equipment Setup & Training

Lincare-085e31c; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Inclusive environment

Training and development opportunities

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Lincare is seeking a Respiratory Therapist / Nurse to join its growing home care team in Illinois. The role focuses on setting up home medical equipment including ventilators and CPAP/BiPAP units, and educating patients on proper usage.

Responsibilities include operating and inspecting equipment, reviewing prescriptions, maintaining patient records, and staying current with respiratory therapy practices. Travel to patient homes is required.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current state license/certification (CRTs/RRTs, RN/LPN or related) as applicable by state law.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills are required.
• Reliable personal vehicle for visiting patients; mileage reimbursement provided.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and educate patients on home medical equipment including CPAP/BiPAP, nebulizers, oxygen concentrators, and ventilators.
• Inspect and test equipment to ensure safe, efficient operation.
• Review prescriptions and patient information to determine appropriate treatment per physician orders.
• Maintain complete patient records in compliance with accreditation standards.
• Maintain current knowledge of respiratory homecare techniques and concepts.
• Work on-call after hours and weekends as needed; schedule depends on center size and staffing.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Microsoft Office

Education

State license (CRTs/RRTs or RN/LPN)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Lincare is seeking a Respiratory Therapist / Nurse to join its growing home care team in Illinois. The role focuses on setting up home medical equipment including ventilators and CPAP/BiPAP units, and educating patients on proper usage.

Responsibilities include operating and inspecting equipment, reviewing prescriptions, maintaining patient records, and staying current with respiratory therapy practices. Travel to patient homes is required.