Graduate Respiratory Therapist – Night Shift, Sign-On Bonus

Advocate Health; Park Ridge (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Loan Forgiveness

Tuition Reimbursement

Relocation Bonus

Annual Bonus Opportunities

Job summary

Advocate Children's Hospital in Park Ridge is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide comprehensive respiratory care across units. You will operate ventilators, administer therapies, and educate patients while maintaining safety and high-quality care under licensed supervision.

The role emphasizes evidence-based practice, teamwork, and strong communication to ensure the best patient experiences across the continuum of care.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving.
• Proficient in documenting in EMR and coordinating patient care.
• Ability to adapt to fast-paced clinical environments.

Responsibilities

• Provide and coordinate comprehensive respiratory care per standards.
• Operate ventilators in critical and non-critical care areas.
• Deliver medications and therapies per orders.
• Maintain and troubleshoot equipment as needed.
• Educate patients on therapy goals and self-care.
• Collaborate with departments to optimize patient management.
• Adhere to safety policies and report patient safety events.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Clinical decision making

Patient education

Electronic medical records

Time management

Safety awareness

Education

Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Job description

Advocate Children's Hospital in Park Ridge is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide comprehensive respiratory care across units. You will operate ventilators, administer therapies, and educate patients while maintaining safety and high-quality care under licensed supervision.

The role emphasizes evidence-based practice, teamwork, and strong communication to ensure the best patient experiences across the continuum of care.