Overview
Respiratory Therapist (Registered Respiratory Therapist) needed for a travel assignment in Robinson, Illinois. Start date: 11/21/2026. 13-week contract with guaranteed hours. Earn a weekly pay range of $1,920–$1,989. Shift is Nights, 3 days per week on a 3x12 schedule (6:00 pm–6:30 am). Setting: Hospital-based cardiopulmonary care. This is a travel - temporary assignment through Healthforce Healthcare LLC.
Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $1,920–$1,989 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 36 hours per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: Nights, 3x12
- Start date: 11/21/2026
- Setting: Hospital-based respiratory care
Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive respiratory assessments and initial screenings; tailor therapy plans based on physician orders and patient age, culture, and psychosocial factors.
- Initiate and administer prescribed respiratory therapies and medications; monitor patient responses and adjust therapies as needed.
- Track physiological responses to therapy (vital signs, arterial blood gases, blood chemistry) and consult with physicians if adverse events occur.
- Conduct tests such as lung function assessments and monitoring for cardiopulmonary function; optimize equipment settings to achieve therapeutic goals.
- Maintain accurate documentation in electronic and hard copy patient records; ensure timely updates and proper hand-off communications.
- Uphold safety standards to minimize the risk of errors; participate in performance improvement activities and comply with all safety procedures.
Requirements
- Current IL Respiratory Therapist License required
- BLS, ACLS, NRP, and PALS required
- Minimum 1 year of respiratory therapy experience preferred
- Strong computer skills with the ability to navigate EMR programs
- Ability to work in a hospital setting and contribute to a high-reliability environment
Benefits and Support
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support
- Assignment onboarding and credentialing assistance
- Travel logistics support
- Housing options and relocation support available
- Dedicated support throughout the assignment
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Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.
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