Rang Healthcare is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Robinson, Illinois. Job Description & Requirements Specialty : Registered Respiratory Therapist Discipline : Allied Health Professional Start Date : 10 / 20 / 2025 Duration : 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift : 12 hours, days Employment Type : Travel Job Title : Respiratory Therapist Home Department : Cardio pulmonary Reports To : Director-Cardio pulmonary Direct Reports : None FLSA Classification : Non-Exempt Position Summary The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for providing Cardiopulmonary care services in accordance with specific Physician's orders and department policies and procedures. Assesses, treats, and cares for patients with breathing disorders. Initiates and conducts therapeutic procedures; maintains patient records; and selects, assembles, checks, and operates respiratory care equipment. General Duties, Tasks and Responsibilities
- Performs accurate and complete respiratory assessments of patients; conducts initial screenings; assesses and reassesses pain; assessments are age, culture and psycho-social appropriate.
- Determines requirements for treatment, such as type, method and duration of therapy, precautions to be taken, and medication and dosages, compatible with physicians' orders.
- Formulates a teaching plan based on identified learning needs and evaluates the effectiveness of learning, including : educating the patient / family regarding pain management; discharge planning / follow-up instructions.
- Monitor patient's physiological responses to therapy, such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes, and consults with Physician if adverse reactions occur.
- Prepares and administers medications based on age / clinical condition of the patient; demonstrates knowledge of respiratory medications, outcomes, and side effects.
- Conducts tests, such as holter monitoring, cardiac monitoring, and lung capacity tests, to evaluate patients' cardiopulmonary functions; adjusts equipment to obtain optimum results in therapy.
- Completes routine daily, weekly and monthly cleaning; maintains department equipment and assists with calibration of equipment; ensures proper documentation is completed.
- Documentation is complete, accurate and timely; prepares the patient record in both electronic and chart form.
- Performs all aspects of the position in an environment that optimizes safety and reduces the likelihood of medical / healthcare errors; utilizes established hand-off communication protocols.
- Complies with all established safety procedures to ensure a safe environment for patients, visitors and staff.
- Participates in performance improvement activities.
- Performs other duties as assigned. Education Requirements
- Current Professional Licensure / Certification Required Certification / Licensure Requirements
- Current IL Respiratory Therapist License Required
- BLS Required
- ACLS Required within 6 months
- NRP Required within 6 months
- PALS Required within 1 year Experience Requirements
- Respiratory Therapy minimum 1 year Preferred Computer Skills
- Strong computer skills with the ability to navigate EMR programs Additional Skills
- Ability to work independently, prioritize and complete task "We are an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy to provide employment, compensation, and other benefits related to employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, age, genetic information, citizenship, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law." About Rang Healthcare Founded in 2005, Rang Healthcare (a division of Rang Technologies Inc) has been staffing clients for over 17 years for administrative, nursing and IT / Systems. Rang Healthcare offers extensive recruiting experience in a cost-effective manner. We help institutions successfully reduce complexity, boost productivity, and enhance patient outcomes. We provide the specialized talent and expertise you require, whether it's for a direct hire, contract-to-hire, or contract position. It is now even more vital to collaborate with a firm that has the knowledge and expertise to provide the best in class and most qualified personnel. You can count on the Rang Healthcare for talent acquisition. We are an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy to provide employment, compensation, and other benefits related to employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, age, genetic information, citizenship, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law. Benefits 401k retirement plan Dental benefits Referral bonus Vision benefits Weekly pay