Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
Peoria, Illinois
Carle Health Methodist Hospital
$2,275-2,531/weekTNAA TotalMed Allied will give you the best chance of placement for this opportunity
Job info
Respiratory Care Practitioner (RRT) - Night Shift
Location
- Peoria, Illinois
Job Type
- Clinical Allied Health
Contract Length
- 13 weeks
Shift and Hours
- Night shift
- 12 hours per day, 36 hours per week
Job Summary
Responsible for performing respiratory therapy, ventilator management, ECG, oxygen administration, and airway management. Provides individualized patient care and education, responds to emergencies, and collaborates with healthcare team members to optimize patient outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform all forms of respiratory therapy and non-invasive cardiology procedures.
- Interpret and execute physician orders accurately.
- Manage ventilators including setup, monitoring, maintenance, and documentation.
- Perform intubations and tracheostomy tube changes as assigned.
- Conduct patient education and home care instructions related to oxygen, nebulizer, and suction equipment.
- Respond promptly to emergency situations, rapid response team calls, and codes.
- Perform bedside lab testing (ABGs) and ensure quality control.
- Maintain infection control and patient safety standards.
- Document all therapies, ventilator settings, ECGs, and diagnostic tests accurately.
- Participate in patient rounds and collaborate with physicians and healthcare workers.
- Act as a resource and provide clinical instruction to students and other healthcare workers.
- Maintain a clean and well-stocked work area.
Required Education and Certifications
- Valid Respiratory Therapist license in Illinois
- Associate’s degree or Certificate of Completion in Respiratory Therapy
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
Requirements/Qualifications
- Valid Respiratory Therapist license in Illinois
- Minimum of 1 year of Respiratory Therapist experience, including experience within the last year
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification
- Associate’s degree or Certificate of Completion in Respiratory Therapy
Facility
Carle Health Methodist Hospital
- Short Term Acute Care
- 295 beds
Peoria, IL
About
The largest city on the Illinois River, Peoria's downtown offers scenic views of the water, with the Peoria RiverFront district one of the oldest urban areas in the state. It attracts visitors and locals of all ages as a prime spot for outdoor festivals, concerts and gatherings and offers outstanding restaurants, cultural centers and a river trail. The Riverfront Museum focuses on history, art and science and features five major permanent galleries and rotating exhibits. Over 9,000 acres of parkland, including the Luthy Botanical Garden and Peoria Zoo, attract nature lovers near and far. And everyone enjoys the seasonal Peoria RiverFront Market and Peoria Farmers Market at Metro Centre and their vast array of fresh, local fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, baked goods, honey and more.
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