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Respiratory Nurse

Eligibility
RN
Unit
ICU

Posted Aug 30

What the listing says

Role

Term
Permanent
Setting
Skilled Nursing
Accepts
RN

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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

rent and tenant-paid utilities · Census ACS 2024

Local household income
$77,902/yr

all local households, not nurse pay · Census ACS 2024

Metro price level
4% above the national average

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.

Map showing the location of Chicago, IL
Approximate location in Chicago, IL. · © Mapbox © OpenStreetMap· Open the live map

Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 metro Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024.

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About the employer

All American Village Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
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ICU / Critical Care is a specialty you move into. The classic route: base year, then transfer in.

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