Respiratory Therapist
- BLS
- ACLS
How this pay compares
This posting does not state an hourly rate. Respiratory therapists employed in Nebraska earn a median of $39.22 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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About the job
Are you a compassionate Respiratory Therapist lookin to make a meaningful difference in the lives of residents? We are seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist to provide high-quality respiratory car within our skilled nursing and long-term care community.
Respiratory Therapist Essential Duties
- Provide respiratory treatments and therapies as ordered by the physician
- Assess and monitor resident respiratory status during routine treatments and rounds
- Identify changes in condition and promptly communicate concerns to nursing and providers
- Assist with management of oxygen therapy and oxygen equipment
- Monitor residents utilizing respiratory devices and therapies
- Perform routing respiratory assessment including breath sounds, respiratory effort, oxygen saturation, and treatment effectiveness
- Recognize early sign of respiratory decline and initiate appropriate communication and intervention
Respiratory Qualifications
Required
- Current Respiratory Therapist (CRT or RRT) license in good standing
- Current BLS certification
Preferred
- Experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, rehabilitation, or post-acute care
- ACLS certification
From Prestige Care Center of Nebraska City's job posting, checked 4 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About Prestige Care Center of Nebraska City
Prestige Care Center of Nebraska City is a 64 (source: Medicare Care Compare: Prestige Care Center of Nebraska City)-bed nursing home in Nebraska City, NE, certified by Medicare and Medicaid. Its job board posts jobs for nurses, front-office staff and nursing assistants. Source: Medicare Care Compare: Prestige Care Center of Nebraska City
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