Registered Respiratory Therapist

Prime Healthcare; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 51,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $15,000

Paid time off

401K retirement plan

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Saint Joseph Hospital in Elgin, IL, part of Prime Healthcare, seeks a Respiratory Care Practitioner II (RCP II) for full-time day shifts. The role emphasizes respiratory therapy and diagnostic procedures with patient-centered care.

Eligibility includes an active RCP license, NBRC RRT, and critical care certifications; ACLS, BLS, PALS, and NRP are expected upon hire or within set timelines. The position may involve lead duties on occasion, supporting the medical director and department manager in

Qualifications

• Current State Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license required.
• Current NBRC RRT certification or obtained within 3 months of hire.
• BLS certification from AHA/ARC on hire and current.
• ACLS certification on hire and current.
• PALS certification on hire and current or within 60 days of hire.
• NRP certification on hire and current or within 60 days of hire.
• Associate or BS degree in respiratory care preferred.
• Two years of acute care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs respiratory therapeutic and pulmonary diagnostic procedures as ordered by the provider.
• Focus on assessment, planning, implementation and documentation of care with patient age/population considerations.
• May be Lead RCP with responsibility for the section/department during shift.

Skills

RCP license

NBRC RRT

BLS

ACLS

PALS

NRP

AS/BS in Respiratory Care

Acute care experience

Education

Associate Degree or BS in Respiratory Care (preferred)

Job description

Bonus Amount

15000

Bonus Information

Sign-On Bonus Available for Qualified Candidates. Eligibility and payout terms apply. Details discussed during the interview process.

Overview

Department: Respiratory Therapy

Shift:Full-Time Days; 7a-7:30p

Facility:St. Joseph Hospital

Location:Elgin, IL

Sign On Bonus: Up to $15,000!

Responsibilities

Under the direction and authorization of the medical director and cardiopulmonary director or manager, the Respiratory Care Practitioner II (RCP II) is responsible for performing respiratory therapeutic and pulmonary diagnostic procedures as ordered by the ordering provider. Emphasis will be toward the assessment, planning, implementation, and documentation of care, with consideration of age and population specific needs and requirements of the patient. May on occasion be assigned/identified as Lead RCP, having responsibility for the section or department during their shift.

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

• 1. Current State Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license required.
• 2. Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) or obtained within three (3) months of hire.
• 3. Basic Life Support (BLS) certified from the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) upon hire and maintain current.
• 4. Adult Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) from the AHA or ARC certification upon hire and maintain current.
• 5. Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) from the AHA certification upon hire and maintain current or obtained within 60 days of hire.
• 6. Neonatal Resuscitation Program certificate is upon hire and maintain current or obtained within 60 days of hire.
• 7. Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science degree preferred.
• 8. Two (2) years of acute care experience is preferred.

Pay Transparency

Saint Joseph Hospital - Elgin offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $37.00 to $49.80. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.

The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here: https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/

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Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf