Respiratory Care Practitioner I-Part Time Nights Sign on Bonus Eligible

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

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Full-time Respiratory Care Practitioner I at Lake Forest Hospital. This role involves administering respiratory care to acutely ill patients, monitoring their condition, and providing education on respiratory health. The ideal candidate will be a graduate of an accredited respiratory therapy program, hold a CRT or RRT certification, and maintain an Illinois Respiratory Care License. Candidates can expect a collaborative environment with a focus on patient-centered care, along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an accredited respiratory therapy program.
• Must have an active or pending Illinois Respiratory Care License.
• Must hold a CRT or RRT certification.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Administer respiratory care to acutely ill patients.
• Monitor and document patient conditions and responses to therapies.
• Educate patients and families about respiratory disease management.
• Participate in multidisciplinary rounds with healthcare teams.
• Precept students and serve as a role model for teamwork.

Skills

Licensed Respiratory Therapist

Patient Education

Team Collaboration

Emergency Management

Education

Graduate of an accredited respiratory therapy program

Active or pending Illinois Respiratory Care License

Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Job description

Respiratory Care Practitioner I

Full‑time position, 36 hours per week at Lake Forest Hospital. Schedule includes three 12‑hour shifts 7 pm to 7:30 am, with weekend and holiday rotation.

The Respiratory Care Practitioner I is a licensed professional who administers respiratory care to the acutely ill patient through assessment, planning/evaluation, intervention and treatment. The role involves effective interaction with patients, families, and healthcare team members and provides care within the scope of training.

Responsibilities

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

Qualifications

• 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 Qualifications

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

Equal Opportunity Statement

Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate 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. Completion of an authorization and disclosure form is required. Results are evaluated on a case‑by‑case basis in accordance with local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure

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

Benefits

Employees receive a wide range of benefits that support physical, emotional, and financial well‑being and provide protection for unexpected life events.

Sign‑On Bonus Eligibility

Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign‑on bonus. New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position may be eligible depending on the job family.