RRT Respiratory Therapist — Sign-On & Relocation Bonus

Carle Health; Merna (IL); On-site; USD 44,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation bonus

Job summary

Carle Health seeks a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to provide comprehensive respiratory care under physician supervision and the Respiratory Therapy Director. The role requires NBRC RRT, IL RCP license and BLS within 30 days, with sign-on and relocation bonuses for eligible candidates.

The successful candidate will administer oxygen, manage ventilator/CPAP support, perform airway care, CPR, and collaborate with physicians to optimize patient outcomes across ages.

Qualifications

• NBRC RRT certification and IL license required.
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire.
• Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy plus credentialing.

Responsibilities

• Work unsupervised and assist the Director in absence as needed.
• Administer oxygen, set up and maintain ventilators/CPAP.
• Care for airway management and extubation procedures.
• Perform CPR and related life support when required.
• Consult with physicians on respiratory care and medications.
• Operate equipment for delivery of therapies and meds.
• Assist with pulmonary function testing and EKGs if trained.
• Oversee technicians and ensure safe equipment handling.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure patient care.
• Uphold Carle Health core values in daily work.

Skills

RRT NBRC

RCP IDFPR

BLS (AHA) within 30 days

Education

Associate's Degree: Respiratory Therapy

Certificate of Completion: Respiratory Therapy

Job description

Carle Health seeks a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to provide comprehensive respiratory care under physician supervision and the Respiratory Therapy Director. The role requires NBRC RRT, IL RCP license and BLS within 30 days, with sign-on and relocation bonuses for eligible candidates.

The successful candidate will administer oxygen, manage ventilator/CPAP support, perform airway care, CPR, and collaborate with physicians to optimize patient outcomes across ages.