Independent Respiratory Therapist Home Visits Impact

Apria Healthcare LLC; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 37,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

Paid time off

401(k) Plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Parental leave

Domestic partner benefits

Well-being programs

Job summary

Accendra Health is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to join a flexible, community‑focused on‑site team. You will conduct home visits for oxygen, CPAP/BiPAP, and ventilation equipment setups and follow‑ups, educate patients and caregivers, and document care with iPad/laptop.

Ideal candidates hold an active NE RT license, CPR certification, a graduation from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program, and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Registered Respiratory Therapist with an active NE RT license.
• IA License preferred or willingness to obtain.
• Valid driver's license.
• Comfortable using mobile technology, navigation tools, and digital documentation.
• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
• Hold a current CPR Certification.
• Hold all applicable licensure in good standing for all states of practice.

Responsibilities

• Conduct home visits to perform oxygen, CPAP/BiPAP, and ventilation equipment setups and follow-ups.
• Educate patients and caregivers on equipment use, cleaning, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
• Assess patient needs, document care delivered, and elevate concerns appropriately.
• Respond to hospital discharge requests and support patient needs.
• Collaborating with physicians, case managers, and internal branch teams.
• Maintain accurate documentation using iPad/laptop.
• Set up and operate various respiratory care equipment (oxygen, nebulization, PAP, ventilation).
• Inspects and tests equipment to ensure proper operating condition.
• Perform clinical assessments and tests (pulse oximetry, ETCO2, spirometry).
• Perform other duties as required.]
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Skills

NE RT license

Driver's license

CPR Certification

Mobile tech comfortable

Respiratory Therapy degree

Education

Respiratory Therapy degree

Job description

Accendra Health is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to join a flexible, community‑focused on‑site team. You will conduct home visits for oxygen, CPAP/BiPAP, and ventilation equipment setups and follow‑ups, educate patients and caregivers, and document care with iPad/laptop.

Ideal candidates hold an active NE RT license, CPR certification, a graduation from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program, and a valid driver's license.