Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Lincolnvillagehc; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Paid holidays

Vacation time

Sick time

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life Insurance

401(k)

Workers’ Compensation Insurance

Job summary

Lincoln Village Healthcare Center is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with NBRC credential to join our respiratory therapy team in Lincoln, IL. The role emphasizes ventilator and tracheostomy care, independent work, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

The RRT will ensure high standards of care, conduct routine respiratory procedures, and maintain compliance with regulatory guidelines while supporting residents and staff in a long-term care setting.

Qualifications

• Must hold NBRC RRT credential.
• Illinois state respiratory care practitioner license required.
• Experience with ventilator and tracheostomy care in long-term care settings preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment, problem-solving, and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory therapy to residents with ventilators and tracheostomies.
• Perform suctioning, ventilator checks, tracheostomy care, and oxygen therapy.
• Monitor respiratory status and document findings.
• Respond to emergencies with immediate respiratory support.
• Ventilator unit oversight and adherence to policies and medical orders.
• Collaborate with nursing and interdisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care.
• Participate in care conferences, trainings, and quality improvement.
• Maintain regulatory compliance and accurate documentation.

Skills

RRT credential NBRC

Ventilator care experience

Tracheostomy care experience

Time management

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

NBRC RRT credential recognized

Illinois state license

Job description

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Department: Respiratory Therapy

Reports To: Respiratory Director

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Location: Lincoln Village Healthcare Center, Lincoln, IL

PAY: $40.00-$45.00 per hour ($12,000 Sign-On Bonus available for Full-Time) HOURS: Full-Time 6:00AM-6:00PM

Full-Time 6:00PM-6:00AM

PRN 6:00AM-6:00PM

PRN 6:00PM-6:00AM

What We Are Looking For:

The Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) provides specialized respiratory care for residents requiring ventilator and tracheostomy support. This position is responsible for performing routine respiratory procedures, ensuring optimal ventilator management, and maintaining high standards of care under the direction of the Respiratory Director. The RRT must be able to work independently, demonstrate strong time management skills, and maintain compliance with regulatory guidelines and facility protocols.

What You Will Do:

Resident Care & Treatment

• Provide respiratory therapy services to residents with ventilators, tracheostomies, and other complex respiratory needs.
• Perform routine respiratory care procedures including suctioning, ventilator checks, tracheostomy care, and oxygen therapy.
• Monitor residents’ respiratory status and document findings accurately in the medical record.
• Respond to emergency situations and provide immediate respiratory support as needed.

Ventilator Unit Oversight

• Maintain competency in ventilator operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
• Ensure all ventilator care is performed in compliance with facility policies, manufacturer guidelines, and medical orders.
• Collaborate with nursing staff and the interdisciplinary team to ensure continuity of care for ventilator residents.

Coordination & Communication

• Work closely with the Respiratory Director to implement individualized care plans.
• Participate in resident care conferences, in-service trainings, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Communicate changes in resident condition promptly to the nursing and medical teams.

Regulatory Compliance

• Adhere to all state, federal, and facility regulations governing respiratory care.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of ventilator management protocols and respiratory care standards.
• Ensure accurate and timely completion of required documentation and reports.

What You Will Bring:

• Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
• Valid Illinois state respiratory care practitioner license
• Experience in ventilator and tracheostomy care, preferably in a long-term care or skilled nursing facility.
• Strong clinical assessment, problem-solving, and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift, push, pull up to 50 lbs.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and reaching in a healthcare setting.
• Ability to respond quickly in emergency situations.

Work Environment:

The RRT works primarily in the ventilator unit of a skilled nursing facility. The role involves direct contact with residents, families, and healthcare staff, as well as potential exposure to infectious diseases. Compliance with PPE and infection control standards is required.

What You Will Get:

(For Full-Time Hours)

• Competitive Wages
• Paid Holidays
• Vacation Time
• Sick Time
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401 (K)
• Worker’s Compensation Insurance