Respiratory Therapist (CRT/RRT) - Inpatient

Overview The Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) performs routine and critical respiratory care procedures under the supervision of a Respiratory Care Manager and Medical Director. Responsible for performance and competency of care for neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations. We're currently hiring for multiple positions within our Respiratory Therapy department, including a variety of shifts and schedules to fit your lifestyle. We also offer opportunities through our Weekend Program! What We Offer:

• Full-time and part-time roles
• Flexible scheduling options
• Sign-on bonuses
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Supportive and collaborative work environment

Whether you're just starting your career or looking for a new opportunity, Carle Health is the place to grow and make a difference! Apply Today and become part of a team that's making an impact every day! For those still in school: We work around your school schedule. You could work 4- 24 hours a week as you want or need. For Full-time and Part-time positions: S ign-on bonus available: $5,000 for newly licensed candidates (less than 1 year of experience) and $10,000 for experienced candidates (1+ years licensed). ****Relocation assistance available for candidates relocating 50+ miles. Sign-on and relocation assistance are not available for PRN positions. Qualifications Educational Requirements Education Level Field of Study Associate's Degree Respiratory Therapy Licensure/Certification Requirements Licenses/Certifications Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) And Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) And Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA) And Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within 1 year - American Heart Association (AHA) And Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) within 1 year - American Heart Association (AHA) And Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) within 1 year - American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) Responsibilities Essential Functions Effectively evaluate the results of patient respiratory care delivered per care plans. Accurately introduces, administers and charts the effects of routine respiratory therapy and medication administration. Accurately setup, maintain, and chart the usage of oxygen therapy, aerosol/humidity therapy and ventilator therapy. Provide ventilator support and airway management to neonatal, pediatric, adult and geriatric populations. Perform arterial blood gas and capillary blood gas analysis (following Medical Director approval). Participates and performs blood gas quality controls per regulatory standards. Participates in blood gas proficiency studies. May be trained in endotracheal intubation and arterial line insertion. May take a charge role. Completes assessments on ventilator patients and all other patients on respiratory care services. Will accurately chart on the respiratory flow sheets in the EMR and on the care plans. Will also charge accurately in the EMR. Processes and maintains respiratory equipment. Department Specific Job Function Evaluates patients for routine respiratory care therapy on the inpatient units Evaluates patients for routine respiratory care therapy for patient in the Emergency room. Evaluates patient Evaluates patients for advanced respiratory care therapy for patients in the ICU's Participates on all Transport teams. PEDS and Adult Obtains and analyses blood gases.. Arterial, Venous and Capillary Assist cleaning respiratory care related equipment Assist with stocking respiratory care related supplies on the inpatient care units About Us Find it here. Discover the job, the career, the purpose you were meant for. At Carle Health, we're committed to fostering a workplace where every team member feels valued, respected and empowered, where passion and purpose come together to positively impact the lives of our patients and our communities. Find it all at Carle Health. Our more than 17,000 team members and providers work together to support patient care across central and southeastern Illinois. We've grown to include seven, award-winning hospitals across eight hospital campuses and a multispecialty provider group with more than 1,500 doctors and advanced practice providers. We're developing the next generation of providers and healthcare professionals through Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world's first engineering-based medical school, and Methodist College. Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Physicians Group, Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center, Carle BroMenn Medical Center including Carle Eureka Hospital and associated Carle Health Medical Group clinics all hold Magnet® with Distinction designation, the nation's highest honor for nursing care granted by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital and Carle Health Pekin Hospital all hold the exclusive Magnet® designation. We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. | For more information: View email address on clk.get.it.