Night Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – $25k Sign-On Bonus

NorthShore University HealthSystem; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 46,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Incentive Plan

Premium pay for shift/on-call/holidays

Incentive pay for select positions

Annual raises based on performance

Career pathways for growth

Medical, Dental, Vision options

Tuition Reimbursement

Free Parking

Wellness Program Savings Plan

HSA Options

Retirement with company match

Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay

Community Involvement Opportunities

Job summary

NorthShore University HealthSystem in Naperville, IL is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for night shifts at Edward Hospital. The role is full-time (36 hours/week) with shifts 7:00pm–7:30am and rotating weekends/holidays. You will support NICU to geriatrics, ensuring high-quality respiratory care per hospital policy.

Required: graduated from a CoARC-accredited RT program, CPR/AHA, IL licensure within 6 months, and RRT or registry-eligible status. ACLS/NRP/PALS due within 24 months.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a nationally accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
• Current CPR certification (AHA) required.
• RRT credential or registry-eligible status required.
• Illinois licensure required within 6 months of employment.
• ACLS, NRP, and PALS required within 24 months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians with respiratory therapy procedures.
• Provide respiratory therapy to neonatal to geriatric patients as ordered.
• Assess patients to determine method of treatment.
• Document treatment and transcribe physician orders.
• Explain treatments to patients and families clearly.
• Monitor patient response to therapy, with focus on pediatric and neonatal patients.
• Educate patients and staff.

Skills

Acid-base balance knowledge

Blood gas analysis

Cardiopulmonary physiology

Education

CoARC-accredited RT program

Job description

NorthShore University HealthSystem in Naperville, IL is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for night shifts at Edward Hospital. The role is full-time (36 hours/week) with shifts 7:00pm–7:30am and rotating weekends/holidays. You will support NICU to geriatrics, ensuring high-quality respiratory care per hospital policy.

Required: graduated from a CoARC-accredited RT program, CPR/AHA, IL licensure within 6 months, and RRT or registry-eligible status. ACLS/NRP/PALS due within 24 months.