PRN Respiratory Therapist — Flexible Hours & Impactful Care

Aurora Health Care; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 46,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center in Milwaukee, WI is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to join our clinical team.

The role provides patient-focused respiratory care across ICU and non-ICU settings, using advanced ventilator support and pulmonary diagnostics to guide treatment decisions. You will administer prescribed therapies, monitor patient responses, educate families, and collaborate with physicians and nurses to ensure safe, effective care.

Qualifications

• Requires license as Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) and NBRC credentials (RRT or CRT) as applicable.
• BLS for Healthcare Providers certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient needs using respiratory therapy techniques.
• Operate ventilators in critical and non-critical care settings.
• Provide prescribed respiratory treatments and therapies.
• Educate patients on therapy goals and self-care.
• Collaborate with other departments to manage patient care.
• Maintain equipment and ensure safety protocols.
• Precept and train new teammates.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Decision making

EMR systems

Communication skills

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree in Respiratory Care

Job description

Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center in Milwaukee, WI is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to join our clinical team.

The role provides patient-focused respiratory care across ICU and non-ICU settings, using advanced ventilator support and pulmonary diagnostics to guide treatment decisions. You will administer prescribed therapies, monitor patient responses, educate families, and collaborate with physicians and nurses to ensure safe, effective care.