Respiratory Nurse
All American Village Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Chicago, Illinois
- Eligibility
- RN
- Unit
- ICU
Posted Aug 30
What the listing says
Role
- Term
- Permanent
- Setting
- Skilled Nursing
- Accepts
- RN
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Pay
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About this role
- Job Title: Respiratory Nurse (RN/LPN)
- Location: All American Village Nursing and Rehab
- Employment Type: Full-Time / Part-Time
- Reports To: Nurse Manager / Clinical Supervisor
Position Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Respiratory Nurse to provide specialized care to patients with acute and chronic respiratory conditions. The ideal candidate will support treatment, monitoring, and patient education while working closely with physicians and the care team to ensure high-quality respiratory care.
Key Responsibilities
Assess and monitor patient respiratory status and vital signs
Administer respiratory treatments, medications, and oxygen therapy as prescribed
Assist with ventilator and respiratory equipment management as needed
Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapists, and clinical staff
Educate patients and families on respiratory conditions and home care techniques
Respond to respiratory emergencies and provide appropriate interventions
Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
Support care planning and discharge coordination
Qualifications
Active LPN or RN license in [State] ( RN preferred )
Graduate of an accredited nursing program
Current BLS certification required (ACLS preferred)
Prior experience in respiratory care, ICU, ER, or long-term care preferred
Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
Excellent communication and patient education abilities
Preferred Skills
Experience with oxygen therapy and respiratory equipment
Familiarity with ventilator support (preferred but not required)
Ability to work in fast-paced clinical settings
Strong teamwork and attention to detail
Benefits
Competitive pay
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and holiday pay
Retirement plan options
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Requirements
- Active LPN or RN license in [State] ( RN preferred )
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program
- Current BLS certification required (ACLS preferred)
- Prior experience in respiratory care, ICU, ER, or long-term care preferred
- Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
- Excellent communication and patient education abilities
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- Preferred Skills: Experience with oxygen therapy and respiratory equipment
- Preferred Skills: Familiarity with ventilator support (preferred but not required)
- Preferred Skills: Ability to work in fast-paced clinical settings
- Preferred Skills: Strong teamwork and attention to detail
Place
- City
- Chicago, Illinois
- Median rent
- $1,440/mo
- Local household income
- $77,902/yr
- Metro price level
- 4% above the national average
rent and tenant-paid utilities · Census ACS 2024
all local households, not nurse pay · Census ACS 2024
Chicago area index 103.6, where 100 is the national average.
Chicago delivers big-city energy with lakefront charm along Lake Michigan, world-class medical centers, and neighborhoods like Lincoln Park and Wicker Park that blend dining, culture, and community. Nurses relocating here will find a metro area rich in career opportunity, transit access, and Midwestern character.
Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 metro Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024.
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On your path
ICU / Critical Care is a specialty you move into. The classic route: base year, then transfer in.
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