Respiratory Care Practitioner I, Full-Time, Days - Sign On Bonus Offered

Northwestern Memorial Hospital; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 110,318,000 - 154,445,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $20,000

Tuition Reimbursement up to $10,000/yr

Student Loan Repayment $10,000

Professional Development $1,000/yr

Wellbeing Fund $250/yr

401(k) matching

Health, dental, vision coverage

Life insurance

Annual salary increase and incentive

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner I to provide skilled respiratory care to acutely ill patients. You will assess, plan, intervene and deliver therapies across med-surg, ED and ICU units while collaborating with the healthcare team.

The role offers a sign-on bonus of $20,000 and requires graduation from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program with CRT or RRT credentials and active or pending Illinois licensure, plus BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an Accredited Respiratory Therapy Program is required.
• CRT or RRT certification and active Illinois license or pending status.
• BLS certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Be competent in all adult med-surg units in respiratory therapies and modalities.
• Implement adult respiratory protocols and policies on med-surg units.
• Deliver and assess response to therapy; adjust frequencies as appropriate.
• Monitor, record and communicate patient condition to the healthcare team.
• Educate patients and families about respiratory disease management and resources.
• Be competent in adult care areas including ED and ICU per hospital expectations.
• Respond to clinical emergencies and participate in rounds with the team.
• Evaluate respiratory care policies based on outcomes and best practices.
• Precept students and promote teamwork while upholding professionalism.

Skills

CRT or RRT certification

BLS certification

Licensed Respiratory Therapist

Education

Graduate of an Accredited Respiratory Therapy Program

Illinois Respiratory Care License – Active or Pending

Job description

The salary range for this position is $38.50 - $53.90 (Hourly Rate).

Sign-on bonus available for this position: $20,000.

Placement within the salary range is dependent on several factors such as relevant work experience and internal equity. For positions represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range is guided by the rules outlined in the collective bargaining agreement.

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section located at jobs.nm.org/benefits to learn more.

Northwestern Medicine is powered by a community of colleagues who are purpose-driven and committed to our mission to deliver world-class care. Here, you'll work alongside some of the best clinical talent in the nation leading the way in medical innovation and breakthrough research with Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.

We recognize where you've been, and we support where you're headed. We celebrate diverse perspectives and experiences, which fuel our commitment to equity and culture of service.

Grow your career with comprehensive training and development opportunities, mentorship programs, educational support and student loan repayment.

Create the life you envision for yourself with flexible work options, a Reimbursable Well-Being Fund and a Total Rewards package that support your physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being.

Make a difference through volunteer opportunities we offer in local communities and drive inclusive change through our workforce-led resource groups.

From discovery to delivery, come help us shape the future of medicine.

Benefits

• $10,000 Tuition Reimbursement per year ($5,700 part-time)
• $10,000 Student Loan Repayment ($5,000 part-time)
• $1,000 Professional Development per year ($500 part-time)
• $250 Wellbeing Fund per year ($125 for part-time)
• Matching 401(k)
• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Annual Employee Salary Increase and Incentive Bonus
• Paid time off and Holiday pay

Description

This role qualifies for a $20,000 Sign-On Bonus.

The Respiratory Care Practitioner I reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

A clinically competent, licensed professional who administers Respiratory care to the acutely ill patient through assessment, planning/evaluation, intervention and treatment. Effectively interacts with patient, significant others, and other health team members, while providing care within the scope of their training.

Responsibilities

• Competent in all adult med surg units in all respiratory therapies and modalities.
• Understands and implements adult respiratory protocols, policies, and guidelines that are ordered on med surg units.
• Delivers and assesses response to ordered therapy; adjusts frequencies as appropriate.
• Monitors, records and communicates patient condition as appropriate to other members of the healthcare team.
• Educate patients and/or families and provide information about respiratory disease management, community support groups and other resources.
• Competent in all adult care areas including med/surg units, emergency department, and critical care units and other units as per hospital expectations.
• Responds to clinical emergency management situations.
• Participates in multidisciplinary rounds; collaborates with healthcare team.
• Evaluates and utilizes respiratory care policies and procedures based on patient outcomes, current research, and best practices.
• Precept students.
• Serves as positive role model for team members by working with them to promote teamwork and cooperation; consistently adheres to NM Code of Professionalism.

Qualifications

Required

• Graduate of an Accredited Respiratory Therapy Program
• Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
• Active or Pending Illinois Respiratory Care License
• Basic Life Support (BLS)

Preferred

• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
• Adult Cardiovasular Life Support (ACLS)

Equal Opportunity

Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

Background Check

Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events.

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If sign-on bonus is included in a job posting eligibility is as followed: Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign-on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position as a Registered Nurse at NM may be eligible.