Registered Respiratory Therapist RRT - NICU

Ascension Healthcare; Hoffman Estates (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading health system dedicated to compassionate care in a dynamic environment. This role offers the opportunity to provide essential respiratory therapy to patients, ensuring their comfort and recovery. You'll work alongside a diverse team of professionals committed to making a positive impact in the community. With a focus on continuous learning and professional growth, this position allows you to thrive while delivering personalized care. If you're passionate about helping others and want to be part of a mission-driven organization, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Sign-On Bonus up to $10,000

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Health Insurance Options

Retirement Benefits

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Programs

Tuition Reimbursement

Community Engagement Opportunities

Qualifications

• Licensure as a Respiratory Care Practitioner required within 120 days.
• BLS certification required within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and care for patients with respiratory insufficiencies.
• Monitor and communicate patient conditions effectively.
• Educate patients and families about health conditions.

Skills

Patient Care

Respiratory Therapy

Emergency Response

Patient Education

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associate's Degree or Technical Degree

Tools

Respiratory Care Equipment

Job description

Details

+ Department: Respiratory Therapy

+ Schedule: Full-time, 8hr Night shift

+ Facility: Ascension St Alexius

+ Location: Hoffman Estates, IL

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

+ Salary: $33.50 - $46.92 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.

1. Assess patient for appropriate type and frequency of treatment and develops a plan of care based on diagnosis.
2. Implement and monitor patient care plan and equipment.
3. Monitor, record and communicate patient condition.
4. Perform advanced respiratory care modalities.
5. Evaluate respiratory practice, administration of medications, and treatment based on patient outcome.
6. Educate the patient and family about the health condition and provides information about community support groups and other available programs.
7. Respond to emergency resuscitation team code.

Requirements

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

1. BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
2. 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.
3. Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
4. Certification specializing in Neonatal Resuscitation credentialed from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) preferred.
5. Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
6. Respiratory Therapist specializing in Critical Care credentialed from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) preferred.
7. Respiratory Therapist specializing in Neonatal Resuscitation credentialed from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) preferred.
8. 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:

1. 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Ascension will provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identification or expression, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, genetic information, carrier status or any other legally protected status or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

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