Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Hospital Nights in Carbondale, IL

Join a hospital respiratory therapy team in Carbondale, Illinois, as a Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) on a 13-week, 12-hour night-shift assignment. Deliver high-quality respiratory care while expanding your clinical experience in southern Illinois, a welcoming community with vibrant local attractions and scenic outdoor recreation.

Respiratory Therapist Job Details

• Location: Carbondale, Illinois
• Healthcare Setting: Hospital respiratory therapy department
• Assignment Type: Travel respiratory therapist job
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,730$1,860
• Start Date: November 9, 2026
• End Date: February 8, 2027
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks
• Schedule: 12-hour night shifts
• Hours: 36 hours per week
• Work Arrangement: On-site

Registered Respiratory Therapist Job Requirements

• Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy or a related field
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential
• Active Illinois respiratory therapy license
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification
• Strong communication, clinical judgment, patient care, and teamwork skills

Respiratory Therapist Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care in accordance with physician orders and established clinical standards.
• Plan, implement, and evaluate the effectiveness of respiratory treatment plans.
• Monitor patient outcomes and recommend adjustments to the plan of care in collaboration with the multidisciplinary healthcare team.
• Communicate effectively with physicians, nurses, patients, and responsible caregivers regarding respiratory conditions, procedures, interventions, and discharge instructions.
• Promote patient understanding of respiratory disease processes and prescribed respiratory care.
• Share clinical knowledge with staff and students while serving as a role model for professional respiratory therapy practice.
• Accept reassignment to other hospital units when needed to support patient care operations.

Apply now for this Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist opportunity in Carbondale, Illinois, and join a collaborative hospital respiratory care team in southern Illinois.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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