Pediatric Respiratory Therapist – Neonatal ICU (3rd Shift)

Advocate Health Care; Street (MD); On-site; USD 49,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus: $15,000

Loan Forgiveness program up to $20,000

Clinical Ladder bonus up to $6,000 per

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist at Advocate Children’s Hospital in Oak Lawn to provide comprehensive respiratory care for neonatal and pediatric patients. You will work 3rd shift (7pm–7am) with every-other weekend and holiday rotation, contributing to a high-quality patient experience.

You must be a graduate of an accredited respiratory care program with an associate degree, hold an active RCP license, and have NBRC credentials. BLS certification is required.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited respiratory care program with an associate degree.
• RCP license in state with NBRC credentials (RRT or CRT).
• BLS certification for healthcare providers.

Responsibilities

• Assess and provide respiratory care using diagnostics and therapies.
• Operate ventilators and assist with bedside procedures.
• Administer medications per physician orders and protocols.
• Educate patients and families on therapy goals and outcomes.
• Maintain equipment and ensure safety and infection control.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Time management

Education

Associate degree in Respiratory Care

Tools

Ventilators

EMR systems

Job description

Advocate Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist at Advocate Children’s Hospital in Oak Lawn to provide comprehensive respiratory care for neonatal and pediatric patients. You will work 3rd shift (7pm–7am) with every-other weekend and holiday rotation, contributing to a high-quality patient experience.

You must be a graduate of an accredited respiratory care program with an associate degree, hold an active RCP license, and have NBRC credentials. BLS certification is required.