Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Ventilator Care

Carle Health; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation bonus

Job summary

Carle Health in Peoria, IL is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to manage respiratory therapy, ventilator care, ECG, and oxygen administration. Requires NBRC RRT and IL licensure within 6 months; NRP within 1 year. Relocation and sign-on bonuses may be available.

The role emphasizes individualized patient care, timely communication with the care team, accurate documentation, and adherence to safety policies across units.

Qualifications

• NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) required or NBRC eligibility
• Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) in Illinois within 6 months
• NRP certification within 1 year

Responsibilities

• Perform all forms of respiratory therapy and related care per physician orders
• Interpret and execute orders and document care accurately
• Perform ventilator checks and manage oxygen delivery and airway support
• Assist with patient rounds and collaborate with care team
• Maintain medication and procedure documentation and infection control practices

Skills

RRT

Ventilator management

ECG

Oxygen therapy

Airway management

Education

Associate's Degree: Respiratory Therapy

Certificate of Completion: Respiratory Therapy

Tools

ECG machines

Ventilator equipment

Job description

Carle Health in Peoria, IL is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to manage respiratory therapy, ventilator care, ECG, and oxygen administration. Requires NBRC RRT and IL licensure within 6 months; NRP within 1 year. Relocation and sign-on bonuses may be available.

The role emphasizes individualized patient care, timely communication with the care team, accurate documentation, and adherence to safety policies across units.