Respiratory Nurse

All American Village Nursing and Rehabilitation Center; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holiday pay

Retirement plan options

Job summary

All American Village Nursing and Rehab in Chicago is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Nurse (RN or LPN) to provide specialized care for patients with respiratory conditions, monitor status, administer treatments, and support families.

The role collaborates with physicians and the care team, maintains documentation, and participates in discharge planning. A state license and BLS are required; ACLS is preferred for this position.

Qualifications

• Must hold an active RN or LPN license in the applicable state (RN preferred).
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Current BLS certification required (ACLS preferred).
• Prior experience in respiratory care, ICU, ER, or long-term care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess and monitor patient respiratory status and vital signs
• Administer respiratory treatments, medications, and oxygen therapy as prescribed
• Assist with ventilator and respiratory equipment management as needed
• Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapists, and clinical staff
• Educate patients and families on respiratory conditions and home care techniques
• Respond to respiratory emergencies and provide appropriate interventions
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
• Support care planning and discharge coordination

Skills

Clinical assessment

Critical thinking

Communication

Patient education

Teamwork

Education

RN or LPN license (state)

Graduate of accredited nursing program

BLS certification

ACLS certification preferred

Tools

Oxygen therapy equipment

Ventilator management equipment

Job description

Job Title: Respiratory Nurse (RN/LPN)

Location: All American Village Nursing and Rehab
Employment Type: Full-Time / Part-Time
Reports To: Nurse Manager / Clinical Supervisor

Position Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Respiratory Nurse to provide specialized care to patients with acute and chronic respiratory conditions. The ideal candidate will support treatment, monitoring, and patient education while working closely with physicians and the care team to ensure high-quality respiratory care.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess and monitor patient respiratory status and vital signs

• Administer respiratory treatments, medications, and oxygen therapy as prescribed

• Assist with ventilator and respiratory equipment management as needed

• Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapists, and clinical staff

• Educate patients and families on respiratory conditions and home care techniques

• Respond to respiratory emergencies and provide appropriate interventions

• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation

• Support care planning and discharge coordination

Qualifications

• Active LPN or RN license in [State] (RN preferred)

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program

• Current BLS certification required (ACLS preferred)

• Prior experience in respiratory care, ICU, ER, or long-term care preferred

• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills

• Excellent communication and patient education abilities

Preferred Skills

• Experience with oxygen therapy and respiratory equipment

• Familiarity with ventilator support (preferred but not required)

• Ability to work in fast-paced clinical settings

• Strong teamwork and attention to detail

Benefits

• Competitive pay

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off and holiday pay

• Retirement plan options