Registered Respiratory Therapist - CRT RRT

Saint Francis Hospital; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Saint Francis Hospital in Evanston, IL is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner II (RCP II) / Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for per diem night shifts (7:00 PM–7:30 AM) in a high-acuity environment. You will perform respiratory therapies and pulmonary diagnostics, with potential lead responsibilities during the shift.

Position offers tiered pay rates ($40.15–$43.80/hour), with weekend requirements and holiday considerations, plus career growth within a large healthcare system.

Qualifications

• Current State Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license required.
• Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) from NBRC or obtained within three months of hire.
• BLS certified from AHA or ARC upon hire and maintain current.
• ACLS certification upon hire and maintain current.
• PALS certification upon hire and maintain current or obtained within 60 days of hire.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program certificate upon hire and maintain current or obtained within 60 days of hire.
• Two years of acute care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory therapy treatments and pulmonary diagnostic services in acute care.
• Assess, plan, implement, and document care across patient populations.
• May serve as Lead RCP during shift to oversee section/department.

Skills

RCP license

RRT NBRC

BLS certified

ACLS certified

PALS certified

NRP certification

Lead RCP potential

Education

Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science

Job description

Overview

Department: Cardiopulmonary / Respiratory Therapy

Job Type: Per Diem | Non-Exempt Night Shift 7p-7:30a

Location: Evanston, Illinois

Three Per Diem Tier Pay Rate / Commitment Options Available

• Tier Level 1: $40.15/hour
  • 3 shifts per 6 week schedule (1 shift must be weekend)
  • One major holiday per year
• Tier Level 2: $42.00/hour
  • 6 shifts per 6 week schedule (2 shifts must be weekend)
  • One major holiday and one minor holiday per year
• Tier Level 3: $43.80/hour
  • Ten shifts per 6 week schedule (3 shifts must be weekend)
  • Two major holidays and one minor holiday per year

• Interview within 24 - 48 hours | Fast Offer Process
• Work in a high-acuity, critical care environment and advanced respiratory cases
• Competitive pay + shift differentials
• Career growth within a large healthcare system

The Respiratory Care Practitioner II (RCP II) / Respiratory Therapist (RRT) delivers respiratory therapy treatments and pulmonary diagnostic services in an acute care setting, including assessment, treatment planning, and implementation of care across all patient populations.

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

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

Pay Transparency

Saint Francis Hospital offers competitive compensation and a reasonable compensation estimate for this role is $40.15 to $43.80. 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/

Employment Status

Per Diem

Shift

Nights

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