Registered Respiratory Therapist RRT

Ascension Healthcare; Chicago (IL); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare facility in Chicago is seeking a compassionate Respiratory Therapist to provide care for patients with respiratory conditions. The role includes patient assessments, care plan development, and emergency response, with a focus on delivering high-quality healthcare services. Join a dedicated team where you can enhance your skills and contribute positively to patient health outcomes.

Benefits

Paid time off (PTO)

Health insurance options

Retirement benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• BLS certification required within 30 days.
• Licensure as a Respiratory Care Practitioner in Illinois.
• Advanced Life Support and Neonatal Resuscitation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and care for patients with respiratory insufficiencies.
• Monitor and communicate patient condition effectively.
• Perform advanced respiratory care modalities.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Respiratory Care

Emergency Response

Patient Education

Education

High School diploma or Associate's degree

Job description

**Details**

+ **Department:** Respiratory Therapy

+ **Schedule:** Full time, Night shift

+ **Facility:** Ascension St Joseph Hospital

+ **Location:** Chicago, IL

+ **Sign-On Bonus:** Up to $10,000.00

+ **Salary:** $33.13 - $46.19 per hour

**Benefits**

Paid time off (PTO)

Various health insurance options & wellness plans

Retirement benefits including employer match plans

Long-term & short-term disability

Employee assistance programs (EAP)

Parental leave & adoption assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Ways to give back to your community

_Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance and salary range at the time of the offer._

**Responsibilities**

Provide evaluation of and care for patients with respiratory insufficiencies.

+ Assess patient for appropriate type and frequency of treatment and develops a plan of care based on diagnosis.

+ Implement and monitor patient care plan and equipment.

+ Monitor, record and communicate patient condition.

+ Perform advanced respiratory care modalities.

+ Evaluate respiratory practice, administration of medications, and treatment based on patient outcome.

+ Educate the patient and family about the health condition and provides information about community support groups and other available programs.

+ Respond to emergency resuscitation team code.

**Requirements**

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

+ BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

+ Respiratory Care Practitioner credentialed from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation obtained within 4 Months (120 days) of hire date or job transfer date required.

+ Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

+ Certification specializing in Neonatal Resuscitation credentialed from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) preferred.

+ Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

+ Respiratory Therapist specializing in Critical Care credentialed from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) preferred.

+ Respiratory Therapist specializing in Neonatal Resuscitation credentialed from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) preferred.

+ Respiratory Therapist specializing in Registered credentialed from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) preferred. Adult Critical Care Specialist (ACCS) from National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) preferred.

Education:

+ High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

**Additional Preferences**

No additional preferences.

**Why Join Our Team**

Ascension Illinois delivers compassionate, personalized care throughout Chicago and its surrounding suburbs. As one of the largest health systems in Illinois with 15 hospitals and more than 230 sites of care, you will find an environment that allows you to thrive and create a career path you love. Join a diverse team of more than 17,000 associates and more than 600 providers who are dedicated to providing compassionate, personalized care to all.

Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states.

Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.

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