Registered Respiratory Therapist – Inpatient, Weekend

Carle Health

. Perform routine and critical respiratory care procedures under the supervision of a Respiratory Care Manager and Medical Director .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeUrbana • Illinois • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $32 - $55 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in performing respiratory care procedures, including ventilator support and airway management across diverse patient populations. Proficient in blood gas analysis, documentation in EMR, and maintaining respiratory equipment while adhering to care plans and protocols.

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Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP)Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)Basic Life Support (BLS)Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

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Hard Skills

Respiratory Care ProceduresVentilator SupportAirway ManagementBlood Gas AnalysisOxygen TherapyAerosol TherapyQuality ControlPatient AssessmentDocumentation in EMREquipment Maintenance

Soft Skills

Team CollaborationCommunicationPatient EvaluationAttention to DetailAdaptability

Certifications & Qualifications

Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP)Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)Basic Life Support (BLS)Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)

Industry Keywords

Respiratory TherapyNeonatal CarePediatric CareAdult CareGeriatric CareEmergency RoomIntensive Care Unit (ICU)Patient Care PlansTransport TeamsQuality Control Studies

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform routine and critical respiratory care procedures under the supervision of a Respiratory Care Manager and Medical Director
Evaluate results of patient respiratory care according to care plans
Administer and document routine respiratory therapy and medications
Set up, maintain, and document oxygen, aerosol/humidity, and ventilator therapy
Provide ventilator support and airway management across neonatal, pediatric, adult, and geriatric populations
Perform arterial, venous, and capillary blood gas analysis and quality controls
Participate in blood gas proficiency studies
Complete assessments for ventilator patients and other respiratory care patients
Document respiratory care in EMR flow sheets and care plans, and enter charges accurately
Process and maintain respiratory equipment
Evaluate patients for routine care on inpatient units and in the emergency room
Evaluate patients for advanced respiratory care in ICUs
Participate on pediatric and adult transport teams
Assist with cleaning equipment and stocking respiratory care supplies
May be trained in endotracheal intubation and arterial line insertion
May take a charge role

Requirements

What you’ll need

Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy
Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) – Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)
Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days – American Heart Association (AHA)
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within 1 year – American Heart Association (AHA)
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) within 1 year – American Heart Association (AHA)
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) within 1 year – American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)
Ability to provide respiratory care to neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations
Night shift availability
Weekend availability: every weekend for 7 weekends, 8th off

Benefits

Comp & perks

$5,000 sign-on bonus for newly licensed candidates (less than 1 year of experience)
$10,000 sign-on bonus for experienced candidates (1+ years licensed)
Relocation assistance for candidates relocating 50+ miles
Comprehensive benefits package
Opportunities for growth and life-long careers