Respiratory Therapist - RRT

Saint Mary of Nazareth Hospital; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 69,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Relocation Assistance

Night shift differential

Job summary

Saint Mary of Nazareth Hospital in Des Plaines, IL, seeks a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to provide advanced respiratory care in a high‑acuity environment on nights. You will perform therapies and diagnostics, document care, and participate in critical care procedures.

Required NBRC RRT and RCP license, BCLS; ACLS within 60 days, 2 years RCP experience preferred. Relocation assistance and a $15,000 sign‑on bonus are offered to qualifying candidates.

Qualifications

• State RCP license required.
• BCLS certificate required at hire.
• RRT certification (NBRC) required.
• 2 years RCP experience preferred.
• ACLS certificate within 60 days of hire.
• PALS certificate within 60 days of hire.
• NRP preferred.
• Associate or bachelor degree preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Perform respiratory therapy and pulmonary diagnostic procedures as ordered.
• Emphasize assessment, planning, implementation and documentation of care.
• Consider age and population specific needs of the patient.
• May serve as Lead RCP in absence of supervisor.

Education

State RCP license required

BCLS certificate required

RRT certification (NBRC) required

2 years RCP experience preferred

ACLS certificate within 60 days of hire

NRP certificate preferred

PALS certificate within 60 days of hire

Associate or Bachelor degree preferred

High school diploma or equivalent required

Job description

Bonus Information

Sign-On Bonus Available for Qualified Candidates. Eligibility and payout terms apply. Details discussed during the interview process.

Bonus Amount

$15,000

Overview

Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Relocation Assistance: Available for candidates relocating from outside the state of Illinois.

Salary Range: $1,323 – $1,917 per week (base gross), based on a 36-hour (3x12-hour) schedule; equivalent to $36.77 – $53.26 per hour.

Department: Cardiopulmonary / Respiratory Therapy

Job Type: Full-Time Nights | Non-Exempt

Location: Des Plaines, Illionis

• Interview within 24 - 48 hours | Fast Offer Process
• Work in a high-acuity, critical care environment and advanced respiratory cases
• Competitive pay + shift differentials
• Career growth within a large healthcare system

Responsibilities

Under the direction and authorization of the medical director and cardiopulmonary director, the RCP II is responsible for performing respiratory therapeutic and pulmonary diagnostic procedures as ordered by the physician. Emphasis will be toward the assessment, planning, implementation and documentation of care, with consideration of age and population specific needs and requirements of the patient. In the absence of a supervisor, may be assigned/identified as Lead RCP, having responsibility for the section or department during their shift.

Qualifications

• State Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) License required
• Current BCLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) required
• 2 years experience as an RCP preferred.
• ACLS certificate within 60 day of hire and maintain current.
• NRP certificate preferred
• PALS certificate within 60 days of hire and maintain current.
• Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science degree preferred
• High School Diploma or equivalent is required

Pay Transparency

Saint Mary of Nazareth Hospital offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $37.00 to $49.80. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.

The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here: https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/

Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Nights

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf