Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
Olney, IL
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jun 29, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with 1+ year of experience for a night shift inpatient position requiring Epic EMR proficiency and active Illinois RCP licensure.

Details

• Inpatient respiratory therapy department at an acute care hospital
• Night shift schedule: 5:30 PM – 6:00 AM, 12-hour shifts, 3 days per week, 36 hours per week
• Rotating weekend and holiday coverage required
• No floating requirements
• Patient population spans all age groups
• Procedures include ventilator management, CPAP/BiPap/Optiflow setup, intubation assistance, tracheostomy and endotracheal care, arterial punctures and line draws, pulmonary function testing, and 12-lead EKG performance
• Epic EMR experience required

Requirements

• Associate's degree or certificate in Respiratory Therapy
• Minimum 1 year of experience in respiratory therapy, including ventilator management, ECG, oxygen administration, and airway management
• Basic knowledge of pulmonary and cardiovascular anatomy and physiology
• Epic EMR experience required
• Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP (all American Heart Association)
• NBRC Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) credential required
• Illinois RCP license required if applicable

Additional Information

• Administer oxygen therapy using various delivery devices and manage ventilators, CPAP, BiPap, and Optiflow setups
• Assist with intubations and perform extubation procedures following established protocols
• Initiate and maintain CPR and life support procedures as needed
• Confer with physicians regarding patient care, interpret physician orders, and administer respiratory therapy medications
• Perform secretion removal techniques including postural drainage, chest percussion, and airway suctioning
• Perform 12-lead EKGs and pulmonary function tests
• Provide age-appropriate care for patients across all age groups
• May oversee the work of certified and non-certified technicians as needed
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible
• RTO not to exceed 7 total days per 13-week contract
• Contingent workers may not remain on continuous assignment at this health system for more than 1 year; a 6-month break in service is required before returning to any facility within the system
• Candidate selection includes a leader interview