Respiratory Therapy Evening Supervisor

Lincoln Village Healthcare Center; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 62,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Paid holidays

Vacation time

Sick time

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Lincoln Village Healthcare Center in Lincoln, IL is seeking an experienced Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Supervisor to oversee the Respiratory Therapy Department. You will supervise staff, ensure licensure, and coordinate care under medical direction, with a focus on ventilator and tracheostomy care for residents.

The role emphasizes clinical oversight, regulatory compliance, staff development, and collaboration with nursing and interdisciplinary teams in a long-term care setting.

Qualifications

• Must hold NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist credential in good standing.
• Illinois state respiratory care practitioner license is required.
• Experience with ventilator and tracheostomy care, preferably in long-term care or skilled nursing.
• Supervisory experience is preferred.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Clinical Oversight: supervise respiratory therapy services for residents with ventilators, tracheostomies, and complex conditions.
• Staff Supervision & Education: schedule, evaluate, and develop respiratory staff; ensure licensure and competencies.
• Regulatory Compliance & Quality: ensure CMS/IDPH/OSHA compliance; participate in surveys andquality initiatives.
• Equipment & Supply Management: oversee equipment maintenance, cleaning, and supply ordering; coordinate vendor service.
• Collaboration & Leadership: act as clinical resource to nursing and interdisciplinary teams; participate in care plan meetings and leadership meetings.

Skills

RRT NBRC

Illinois license

Ventilator care

Tracheostomy care

Supervisory experience

Team leadership

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: $45.00 - $47.00 per hour ($12,000 Sign-On Bonus and Mileage Reimbursement) HOURS: 6:00PM-6:00AM

What We Are Looking For:

The Respiratory Therapy Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the respiratory therapy department, including care provided to ventilator- and tracheostomy-dependent residents. This role ensures clinical excellence, regulatory compliance, staff competency, and coordination of care under the direction of the Medical Director and Pulmonologist.

What You Will Do:

Clinical Oversight

• Supervise respiratory therapy services for residents with ventilators, tracheostomies, and complex respiratory conditions.
• Ensure respiratory treatments and ventilator management are performed according to physician orders and best practices.
• Collaborate with the Pulmonologist, Medical Director, Respiratory Director, and nursing leadership regarding respiratory care plans.

Staff Supervision & Education

• Supervise, schedule, and evaluate Respiratory Therapists (RRTs)
• Ensure respiratory staff maintain required licensure, certifications, and competencies.
• Provide orientation, ongoing education, and competency evaluations for respiratory staff.
• Address performance issues and support professional development.
• Ensure safe staff to resident ratios are maintained at all times.

Regulatory Compliance & Quality

• Ensure compliance with CMS, IDPH, OSHA, and facility policies related to respiratory care.
• Maintain respiratory therapy policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Participate in surveys, audits, and quality improvement initiatives related to respiratory services.
• Monitor clinical outcomes and implement corrective actions as needed.

Equipment & Supply Management

• Oversee maintenance, cleaning, and proper use of respiratory equipment, including ventilators, oxygen delivery systems, and suction equipment.
• Coordinate with vendors for equipment servicing and supply ordering.
• Ensure emergency respiratory equipment is available and functional.

Collaboration & Leadership

• Serve as a clinical resource to nursing staff and interdisciplinary team members.
• Participate in care plan meetings, QAPI, and leadership meetings as assigned.
• Support facility initiatives related to resident safety, infection control, and emergency preparedness.

What You Will Bring:

• Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). (in good standing)
• 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.
• Previous supervisory experience preferred.
• 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 Respiratory Therapy Evening Supervisor works primarily in resident care areas, including ventilator units. The role involves exposure to respiratory equipment, bodily fluids, and potential infectious agents.

What You Will Get:

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