Night-Shift Certified Respiratory Therapist — Lead RCP

LiveWell Homecare Agency, LLC; La Grange (IL); On-site; USD 46,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Shift differentials

Sign-on bonus

Comprehensive benefits

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

LiveWell Homecare Agency, LLC is seeking a Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) to deliver critical respiratory care in a high-acuity setting, mainly during night shifts.

Responsibilities include managing ventilation, oxygen therapy, arterial blood gas analysis, and pulmonary diagnostics; documenting interventions and responding to emergencies. The CRT may serve as Lead RCP in the absence of a supervisor, overseeing shift operations.

Qualifications

• Valid State RCP license.
• Current BCLS and ACLS certifications.
• 2+ years of experience preferred.
• NRP and PALS certifications within specified timeframes.
• An associate or bachelor’s degree is preferred; a high school diploma is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage mechanical ventilation and oxygen therapy.
• Perform arterial blood gas analysis and pulmonary diagnostics.
• Assist airway management and aerosol therapies.
• Document patient interventions and respond to emergencies.
• In supervisor absence, lead shift operations as Lead RCP.

Skills

Strong clinical skills

Critical care

Teamwork

Documentation accuracy

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree

Job description

LiveWell Homecare Agency, LLC is seeking a Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) to deliver critical respiratory care in a high-acuity setting, mainly during night shifts.

Responsibilities include managing ventilation, oxygen therapy, arterial blood gas analysis, and pulmonary diagnostics; documenting interventions and responding to emergencies. The CRT may serve as Lead RCP in the absence of a supervisor, overseeing shift operations.