RRT - Respiratory Therapy - Full Time - Nights

Job Description Help Patients Breathe Easier. Respiratory Therapist (RRT/CRT) Gateway Regional Medical Center | Granite City, IL $27.76 - $44.98 per hour Schedule: Full-Time Nights Every Breath Matters. As a Respiratory Therapist at Gateway Regional Medical Center, you'll play a critical role in caring for patients of all ages experiencing respiratory and cardiopulmonary conditions. From emergency situations to inpatient care, your expertise helps patients breathe easier, recover faster, and improve their quality of life. If you're passionate about delivering compassionate, evidence-based care while working alongside a collaborative healthcare team, we'd love to have you join us. Why Choose Gateway Regional Medical Center? Earn $27.76 - $44.98 per hour Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance 401(k) Retirement Plan Employee Assistance Program Access to advanced respiratory care technology Serve a community where you can truly make a lasting impact. What You'll Do Assessing, treating, and monitoring patients with respiratory and cardiopulmonary disorders Administering oxygen therapy, aerosol medications, and other respiratory treatments Managing and monitoring mechanical ventilators and non-invasive ventilation Responding to emergency situations, including Code Blue and Rapid Response events Performing diagnostic testing such as arterial blood gas sampling, pulse oximetry, and pulmonary function testing (as applicable) Collaborating with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans Documenting patient assessments, treatments, and outcomes accurately in the electronic medical record Educating patients and families on respiratory conditions, treatments, and home care equipment Ensuring compliance with hospital policies, infection prevention standards, and respiratory care best practices Qualifications Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program Current Illinois Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) License Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) credential required Ability to remain calm and effective in fast-paced and emergency situations Why Your Work Matters Every day, patients depend on Respiratory Therapists during some of the most critical moments of their lives. Whether you're helping a newborn take their first breath, supporting a patient through respiratory failure, or educating someone on managing chronic lung disease, your expertise changes lives. At Gateway Regional Medical Center, you'll find more than a job—you'll find a team that values your knowledge, supports your growth, and recognizes the life-changing impact you make every day. If you're looking for a rewarding career where your clinical expertise is valued, your contributions are recognized, and your work truly matters, Gateway Regional Medical Center is the place for you. #J-18808-Ljbffr Gateway Regional Medical Center