Respiratory Therapist Registered
About The Position
The Respiratory Therapist II provides age-appropriate respiratory care across all patient populations, in accordance with evidence-based practices, medical center protocols, and regulatory requirements, including Joint Commission and Medicare guidelines. This role involves close collaboration with the healthcare team, utilizing clinical expertise and critical thinking to ensure the delivery of safe, effective, and high-quality care. The Respiratory Therapist II plays a vital role in supporting patient outcomes through skilled interventions and continuous assessment. The Respiratory Therapist II plays a vital role in providing comprehensive patient care across various settings, including emergency rooms, intensive care units, general medical floors, homecare and clinics. They will collaborate closely with healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized treatment plans, contributing to positive patient outcomes. The candidate must be able to work nightshift.
Requirements
- Completion of accredited Respiratory Therapy Program
- Current Respiratory Care Practitioner state license from appropriate state (IL or MI)
- Current National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) credentials if credentialed after July 1, 2002
- New graduate therapists must successfully pass all exams required for Registered Respiratory Therapist credential.
- Proof of Application for state licensure is required for new graduates before orientation to the department can begin.
- Licensure must be obtained within six months of hire for new graduates per the Respiratory Care Illinois Practice Act.
- CPR – American Heart Association (BLS for Health Care Providers)
Nice To Haves
- Must be a credentialed Registered Respiratory Therapist by the National Board of Respiratory Care.
Responsibilities
- Provide age-appropriate respiratory care across all patient populations.
- Adhere to evidence-based practices, medical center protocols, and regulatory requirements.
- Collaborate closely with the healthcare team.
- Utilize clinical expertise and critical thinking to ensure safe, effective, and high-quality care.
- Support patient outcomes through skilled interventions and continuous assessment.
- Provide comprehensive patient care across various settings, including emergency rooms, intensive care units, general medical floors, homecare and clinics.
- Collaborate closely with healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
Benefits
- Comprehensive and market-competitive total rewards package
- Benefits, compensation, recognition and well-being offerings
- Focus on the whole person and engage with their current stage of life and career
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
