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Deaconess Health System
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- Pay
- $26 to $42
- an hour
- Location
- Anna, IL
- Work style
- On-site
- Job type
- Full time
- Posted
- Oct 22
- 2 days ago
Career path
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About the company
Deaconess Health System
Hospital & health care · 5,001 to 10,000 employees
What you'll do
- Conduct patient assessments through physical exams and diagnostic tests
- Administer oxygen and nebulizer treatments
- Manage ventilators and CPAP machines
- Educate patients and families on respiratory care techniques
- Collaborate with healthcare teams to develop and implement care plans
- Respond to respiratory emergencies
- Maintain accurate patient records
What you need
- Certified Respiratory Therapist or Registered Respiratory Therapist credentials through the NBRC
- Current State credentials for the state you will be practicing in
- BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP certifications
Key skills
Certified Respiratory TherapistRegistered Respiratory TherapistCurrent State credentialsBLSACLSPALSNRP
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Perks
- Healthcare plans
- Retirement plans
- Flexible work schedules
- Tuition reimbursement
- Student Loan Repayment Program
- Payactiv-earned wage benefit
- Career advancement opportunities
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Job Overview:
A Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) is a healthcare professional skilled in evaluating, treating, and managing patients with respiratory and cardiopulmonary disorders. The role involves conducting patient assessments through physical exams and diagnostic tests, administering therapies such as oxygen and nebulizer treatments, and managing complex equipment like ventilators and CPAP machines. CRTs educate patients and families on respiratory care techniques, collaborate with healthcare teams to develop and implement care plans, and respond to respiratory emergencies. They must stay current with advancements in the field and maintain accurate patient records. To become a CRT, one must complete an accredited respiratory therapy program, pass the National Board for Respiratory Care examination, and, depending on state regulations, obtain licensure. The role often requires working in diverse settings such as hospitals, outpatient clinics, and home health environments, with opportunities for advancement in specialized areas or management.
Required Certifications/Licenses:
• Certified Respiratory Therapist or Registered Respiratory Therapist credentials through the NBRC
• Current State credentials for the state you will be practicing in
• New grads respiratory are welcome
• BLS (basic life support) and ACLS, PALS, and NRP certifications
Compensation:
Hourly Range - $26.00-$42.00
Sign on Bonus: up to $7,500.00
Incentives:
Eligible for evening/night, weekend shift incentive based on company policies and applicable job codes. Additional details will be provided during the interview process.
Bonus:
Potential for a performance-based bonus, subject to eligibility criteria and achievement of defined metrics. Details regarding bonus eligibility and performance goals will be provided during the interview process or upon hire.
Benefits:
We pride ourselves in retaining our top talent by offering work environments that support professional development and personal success. In addition to our robust healthcare and retirement plans, we offer: - Flexible work schedules – Full time/part time/supplemental – Day/Eve/Night - Tuition reimbursement - Student Loan Repayment Program - Payactiv-earned wage benefit-work today, get paid tomorrow - Career advancement opportunities
Explore All Benefits: https://www.deaconess.com/dil-benefit-guide