Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - BroMenn
Company: Carle Health
Location: Normal
Posted on: June 26, 2025
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Job Description:
Overview The Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) shall
provide all aspects of respiratory care under the guidance of a
qualified physician and the Director of Respiratory Therapy.
Qualifications Certifications: Licensed Respiratory Care
Practitioner (RCP) - Illinois Department of Financial and
Professional Regulation (IDFPR); Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30
days - American Heart Association (AHA); Registered Respiratory
Therapist (RRT) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC),
Education: Associate's Degree: Respiratory Therapy; Certificate of
Completion: Respiratory Therapy, Work Experience: Responsibilities
Is able to work unsupervised and, when needed, can assist with
duties of the Director, specifically in the absence of the Director
of Respiratory Therapy. Is able to effectively administer oxygen
mixtures utilizing various oxygen delivery devices. Can set up,
initiate and maintain ventilators and CPAP devices. Is familiar
with the principles of airway maintenance, endotracheal and
tracheostomy care. Follows the procedures and observations for care
during and after extubation. Initiates and maintains
cardiopulmonary resuscitation and other related life support
procedures. Confers with physicians regarding all aspects of
Respiratory Therapy concerning patient care. Administers specific
dosages of all Respiratory Therapy related medications as specified
by a physician. Recognizes, interprets, and records signs and
symptoms of medication side effects particularly those that require
notification of a physician. Effectively and safely uses equipment
for delivering positive pressure, humidification, nebulization, and
medications to patients. Effectively utilizes methods that assist
in the removal of secretions from the bronchial tree such as,
hydration, breathing and coughing exercise, postural drainage,
chest percussion and airway suctioning. Performs all aspects of
pulmonary function testing, if trained. Effectively uses all
department pulmonary function equipment. Performs 12 lead EKG’s and
prepares them for physician interpretation. When needed is capable
of overseeing the work of the certified and non-certified
technicians who are performing those procedures requiring a high
level of expertise. Is able to dismantle and reassemble most of the
Respiratory Therapy equipment. Is able to take all necessary
precautions to insure the safe handling of all respiratory
equipment. Works well with each age level of patient. Is sensitive
to the age specific needs of each individual patient and alters the
clinical approach accordingly. Participates in the department’s
continuing education programs. Actively participates in Performance
Improvement Processes. Interprets and carries out physician orders
accurately and in a timely manner. Able to allay anxieties of
patient/families regarding respiratory/cardiac procedures. Works
with other departments to insure appropriate and efficient service
to patients. The Carle Experience/Core Values – Practices the WAY
TO BE standards and related MUST-HAVES in his/her daily work. Is
approachable, respectful, professional, the solution and a team
player in his/her actions and words as an ambassador for the
hospital and Carle Health System. Adheres to and demonstrates CRMH
Core Values in all job responsibilities. About Us Find it here.
Discover the job, the career, the purpose you were meant for. The
supportive and inclusive team where you can thrive. The place where
growth meets balance – and opportunities meet flexibility. Find it
all at Carle Health. Based in Urbana, IL, Carle Health is a
healthcare system with nearly 16,600 team members in its eight
hospitals, physician groups and a variety of healthcare businesses.
Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle
Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle
Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center
hold Magnet® designations, the nation’s highest honor for nursing
care. The system includes Methodist College and Carle Illinois
College of Medicine, the world’s first engineering-based medical
school, and Health Alliance™. We offer opportunities in several
communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth
and life-long careers at Carle Health. We are an Equal Opportunity
Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant
for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin,
religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran,
and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local
protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may
provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the
Department of Homeland Security with information from each new
employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. | For more
information: human.resources@carle.com. Compensation and Benefits
The compensation range for this position is $28.88per hour -
$49.67per hour. This represents a good faith minimum and maximum
range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The
actual compensation offered a candidate will be dependent on a
variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s
experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts
worked and compensation model. Carle Health offers a comprehensive
benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more
visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits.
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