Respiratory Therapist PRN NIGHTS

Elevate Care Regency; Niles (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plans

Daily pay

Flexible scheduling

Career growth

Job summary

Elevate Care is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist to join our Illinois team. You will assess, treat, and monitor residents with respiratory conditions, provide oxygen therapy, manage ventilators, and educate patients and families to improve outcomes.

This full-time role offers competitive pay and benefits, flexible scheduling (FT/PT/PRN), daily pay options, and a supportive environment that values expert care and compassionate collaboration with physicians, nurses, and therapists.

Qualifications

• Active Respiratory Therapist license in good standing.
• BLS & ACLS certification.
• Experience in respiratory care in a clinical setting preferred.
• Strong clinical skills & critical thinking.
• Compassionate & patient-centered approach.
• Excellent communication & teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess, treat, and monitor residents with respiratory conditions, including oxygen therapy and inhaled medications.
• Set up, monitor, and troubleshoot ventilators for patients requiring mechanical ventilation.
• Educate patients and families about respiratory care and techniques.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to develop care plans.
• Monitor and document patient progress and communicate changes to the care team.
• Respond promptly to respiratory emergencies and code situations.

Skills

Strong clinical skills

Critical thinking

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Independent work

Job description

Now Hiring: Respiratory Therapist – Elevate Care!

Elevate Care is looking for a dedicated Respiratory Therapist to join our team! If you have a passion for helping patients with respiratory conditions and thrive in a dynamic healthcare environment, we want you on our team. As a Respiratory Therapist at Elevate Care, you'll work closely with residents and healthcare professionals to provide life-changing respiratory care that improves outcomes and enhances the quality of life.

Why Join Elevate Care?

Competitive Pay & Benefits – Health, dental, vision, and retirement plans.
Opportunities for Career Growth – Expand your expertise and professional development in a supportive environment.
Flexible Scheduling – Full-Time, Part-Time, and PRN positions available.
Daily Pay Option – Access your earnings when you need them.
Supportive Work Environment – Join a compassionate team that values your expertise.

Your Responsibilities:

Respiratory Care Management – Assess, treat, and monitor patients with respiratory conditions, including the administration of oxygen therapy, inhaled medications, and other treatments.
Ventilator Management – Set up, monitor, and troubleshoot ventilators for patients requiring mechanical ventilation.
Patient Education – Provide education and training to patients and their families about respiratory care, treatments, and techniques for managing respiratory conditions.
Collaborate with Healthcare Team – Work with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement personalized care plans.
Monitor and Record Data – Track patient progress, document treatment outcomes, and communicate changes in condition to the healthcare team.
Emergency Response – Respond promptly to any respiratory emergencies, including code situations.

Qualifications:

Current Respiratory Therapist License – Must be active and in good standing.
BLS & ACLS Certification.
Experience in Respiratory Care – Experience in a clinical setting preferred.
Strong Clinical Skills & Critical Thinking – Ability to assess patient conditions and make appropriate decisions.
Compassionate & Patient-Centered Approach.
Excellent Communication & Teamwork Skills.
Ability to Work Independently.

If you're a skilled and compassionate Respiratory Therapist looking to make a difference in patients' lives, to join Elevate Care!

Elevate Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.