Respiratory Care Practitioner I - Acute Care & Education

Northwestern Medicine; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine seeks a Respiratory Care Practitioner I to provide comprehensive respiratory care for acutely ill patients in the hospital. You will assess and implement therapies, monitor patient response, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to optimize outcomes.

Qualified applicants will be graduates of an accredited respiratory therapy program, hold CRT or RRT credentials, and possess active Illinois licensure with BLS.

Qualifications

• CRT or RRT certification required or eligible.
• Active Illinois Respiratory Care License (or pending).
• BLS certification required for role.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care to acutely ill patients per physician orders.
• Assess and adjust therapy frequencies based on patient response.
• Monitor and record patient condition and communicate with the healthcare team.

Skills

CRT/RRT certification

Illinois license active

BLS certification

Education

Graduate of Accredited Respiratory Therapy Program

Job description

Northwestern Medicine seeks a Respiratory Care Practitioner I to provide comprehensive respiratory care for acutely ill patients in the hospital. You will assess and implement therapies, monitor patient response, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to optimize outcomes.

Qualified applicants will be graduates of an accredited respiratory therapy program, hold CRT or RRT credentials, and possess active Illinois licensure with BLS.