Registered Respiratory Therapist - Pediatrics
Carbondale, IL
Cross Country Allied
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,370/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary
Respiratory Therapist Registered (RT PEDS) Location: Illinois. This position involves providing specialized respiratory care to pediatric patients within a healthcare facility, ensuring optimal outcomes through evaluation and intervention. The role requires collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver quality care based on physician orders.
Job Details
- Position Description: Evaluates patient outcomes, makes adjustments in plan of care, and shares clinical knowledge with staff and students. Plans, implements, and evaluates respiratory care to pediatric patients in accordance with physician orders, maintaining communication with medical and nursing staff.
- Required Qualifications: Associate's degree required; Illinois License; BLS certification; Respiratory Therapist Registered (RRT); 0 years of experience; schedule: Days shift, 12 hours, minimum 36 hours per week.
- Additional Information: Reassignment to other units may be necessary. The candidate will accept responsibilities such as explaining and instructing patients or responsible persons regarding respiratory disease processes and intervention procedures, and ensuring patient understanding.
Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
Employer
Cross Country Allied
5 nurses recommend working with Cross Country Allied
Pros
Responsive, honest, fair, speaks up for the traveler
Cons
None
Recommends working with Cross Country Allied
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You bring the expertise. We bring the support you deserve. At Cross Country, we connect allied professionals with flexible opportunities designed around what matters most — your goals, your growth, and your wellbeing. Whether you specialize in imaging, respiratory, surgical, or lab work, we’re here to champion your success with nationwide roles, hands-on support, and a team that sees you as essential. Because this isn’t just work. It’s your purpose.
About Carbondale, IL
As a Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist in Carbondale, IL here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Carbondale, IL is lower than the national average, making it an affordable option for travel nurses.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Carbondale experiences hot summers with average highs around 88°F and cold winters with average lows around 21°F.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Carbondale, IL, and they are relatively easy to find due to the university presence in the area.
- Carbondale is car-friendly, and public transportation options are limited but available for those who prefer not to drive.
- Carbondale has a diverse population due to the university, with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include seasonal allergies.
- There is a notable population of travel nurses due to the presence of healthcare facilities and the university.
- Carbondale offers a variety of restaurants, art galleries, live music venues, and outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, and water sports at nearby lakes.
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