Respiratory Therapy Evening Supervisor

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Paid holidays

Vacation time

Sick time

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

401(k)

Worker’s compensation insurance

Job summary

Lincoln Village Healthcare Center in Lincoln, IL is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to supervise the respiratory therapy team. The role focuses on ventilator and tracheostomy care, regulatory compliance, and care coordination under the Respiratory Director and Pulmonologist.

You will oversee staff, ensure licensure and competency, and participate in QAPI and leadership activities. The position offers a 6:00 PM–6:00 AM shift with a $12,000 sign-on bonus and mileage reimbursement.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Oversee respiratory therapy services for residents with ventilators, tracheostomies, and complex respiratory conditions.
• Ensure treatments and ventilator management align with physician orders and best practices.
• Collaborate with pulmonologist, Medical Director, and nursing leadership on care plans.
• Supervise, schedule, and evaluate Respiratory Therapists (RRTs).
• Maintain licensure, certifications, and competencies among staff.
• Provide orientation, ongoing education, and competency evaluations.
• Maintain safe staff-to-resident ratios at all times.
• Ensure CMS/IDPH/OSHA compliance and update policies.
• Oversee equipment maintenance, cleaning, and proper use.
• Coordinate with vendors for servicing and supply ordering.
• Participate in care plan meetings, QAPI, and leadership meetings.
• Support safety, infection control, and emergency preparedness initiatives.

Skills

RRT credential

Illinois license

Ventilator care

Tracheostomy care

Supervisory experience

Team collaboration

Tools

Ventilators

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