Respiratory Therapist- F/T Days, (Old Irving Park)

Northwestern Medicine; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist to join their clinical team. In this role, you'll assess and manage patients requiring respiratory care, implement treatment plans, and respond to emergencies. This position offers an opportunity to work collaboratively with healthcare professionals and make a significant impact on patient outcomes. If you are passionate about providing quality care and thrive in a dynamic environment, this role is perfect for you. Join a team that values excellence and commitment to patient health, and help shape the future of respiratory therapy.

Qualifications

• Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) required for patient care.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient assessments and implement respiratory care plans.
• Respond to airway emergencies and monitor patient progress.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Ventilator Management

Emergency Response

Clinical Documentation

Education

Associate Degree in Applied Science (AAS) - Respiratory Therapy

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Tools

Bronchial Hygiene Equipment

Complex Respiratory Devices

Job description

Description

The Respiratory Therapist 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.

The respiratory therapist (RT) serves as a member of the clinical team to assess, manage, treat and perform diagnostic evaluations for patients requiring respiratory care services. The RT performs all respiratory care procedures including bronchial hygiene evaluations using clinical practice guidelines and therapist driven protocols approved by the Medical Director.

Responsibilities:

• Conducts patient assessments and interprets clinical data necessary for the delivery of quality patient care
• Implements and evaluates the plan of care related to respiratory procedures including but not limited to aerosol, secretion mobilization, and hyperinflation therapies
• Provides care for patients requiring ventilator assistance, complex respiratory devices and procedures
• Performs comprehensive ventilator management and monitors the cardiopulmonary status of patients receiving intensive respiratory care
• Maintains emergency airway equipment for patients with artificial airways.
• Performs diagnostic studies on patients as designated by department policy and/or by physician order
• Consults with physicians, nurses and other health care professionals and participates in daily patient rounds for assigned area to promote consistent quality and delivery of patient care
• Assists physicians with bedside procedures
• Identifies and appropriately responds to a patient’s declining respiratory status
• Responds to airway emergencies, level one traumas and cardiac arrests
• Completes all documentation for patient charting in compliance with standards for accuracy and content as established by the department and NMH

Additional Functions

• Demonstrates clinical competence
• Implements appropriate actions to respond to needs of patients and their significant others
• Monitors and documents the patient’s response to therapeutic interventions and progress towardoutcomes
• Serves as a resource and role model for new staff, students, and other NMH personnel and assists with precepting and orienting
• Works collaboratively with all hospital services to responsibly accomplish daily work and maintain an environment of excellence
• Assists with the development of clinical research protocols and participates in their implementation

Qualifications

Required:

• Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)- National Board of Respiratory Care
• Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP)- Illinois Department of Professional Regulation (within three months of hire)
• Basic Life Support (BLS)- American Heart Association
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)- American Heart Association (for adult care therapists)
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) – American Academy of Pediatrics (for neonatal therapists)
• Associate Degree in Applied Science (AAS)- Respiratory Therapy

Preferred:

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)- National Board of Respiratory Care
• Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist (CPFT)- National Board of Respiratory Care
• Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist (RPFT)- National Board of Respiratory Care
• Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree
  

Equal Opportunity

Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer 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.