Respiratory Therapist (CRT/RRT) Job at Carle Health, Urbana, IL

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  • Carle Health
  • Urbana, IL

Job Description

Respiratory Therapist (CRT/RRT) at Carle Health summary:

The Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) provides routine and critical respiratory care to patients across all age groups, including neonates, pediatrics, adults, and geriatrics, under the supervision of a Respiratory Care Manager and Medical Director. Responsibilities include administering oxygen and ventilator therapies, performing blood gas analyses, managing respiratory equipment, and participating in patient transport teams. This role requires specific licensure and certifications, offers flexible scheduling, and supports professional growth within a collaborative healthcare environment.

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!

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

Keywords:

respiratory therapy, ventilator support, oxygen therapy, blood gas analysis, critical care, patient assessment, respiratory equipment management, neonatal respiratory care, pediatric respiratory therapy, advanced cardiac life support

Job Tags

Full time, Part time, Relocation package, Currently hiring, Flexible hours, Shift work, Weekend work,

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