Respiratory Therapist (RT) - Intensive Care Unit (ICU)

Job overview

Permanent Allied-Respiratory Therapist, ICU This is an onsite, full-time position in Peoria, IL. Compensation is not specified. This role exists to provide critical respiratory care to patients with severe breathing disorders or life-threatening conditions, ensuring optimal outcomes through advanced therapeutic interventions.

What you'll do

• Assess, treat, and monitor patients with acute or chronic respiratory conditions in the ICU setting.
• Initiate and manage mechanical ventilation and other life-support systems for critically ill patients.
• Administer aerosol medications, oxygen therapy, and other respiratory treatments as prescribed.
• Perform diagnostic tests such as arterial blood gas analysis and pulmonary function testing to evaluate lung performance.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Respond to emergency situations, including rapid response or code blue events, to provide airway management and support.
• Maintain accurate patient records and document all treatments and progress in compliance with hospital policies.
• Educate patients and families on respiratory care techniques and equipment use when transitioning out of the ICU.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

respiratory therapist

rt

intensive care unit

icu

allied health

full-time

peoria il

staffdna

critical care

About the employer

StaffDNA is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of All Other Miscellaneous Health Practitioners. Sector: 62.