Respiratory Therapist - RRT

Resurrection Medical Center; Illinois; On-site; USD 63,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differentials

Job summary

Resurrection Medical Center in Illinois is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for a 12-week contract, nights shift 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM, 36 hours per week with rotating weekends. The role focuses on respiratory therapy and diagnostic procedures in a high-acuity acute care setting.

Required credentials include NBRC RRT, state RCP license, BLS, ACLS, PALS or within timeframes, and neonatal resuscitation in some cases. A degree is preferred and acute care experience is valued.

Qualifications

• Current State Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license required.
• Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) from the NBRC or obtained within three (3) months of hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certified from the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) upon hire and maintain current.
• Adult Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) from the AHA or ARC certification upon hire and maintain current.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) from the AHA certification upon hire and maintain current or obtained within 60 days of hire.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program certificate is upon hire and maintain current or obtained within 60 days of hire.
• Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science degree preferred.
• Two (2) years of acute care experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction and authorization of the medical director and cardiopulmonary director or manager, the Respiratory Care Practitioner II (RCP II) is responsible for performing respiratory therapeutic and pulmonary diagnostic procedures as ordered by the ordering provider. 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. May on occasion be assigned/identified as Lead RCP, having responsibility for the section or department during their shift.

Education

Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science degree preferred

NBRC RRT certification or eligible

State RCP license required

BLS certification required

ACLS certification required

PALS certification required or within 60 days

Neonatal Resuscitation Program certification or within 60 days

Two years acute care experience preferred

Job description

Overview

Job Details

Job Title: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Contract
Pay: $55.00 per hour
Location: Resurrection Medical Center, Illinois
Shift: Full-Time Nights 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM
Schedule: 36 Hours per Week Rotating Weekends Required
Contract Length: Temporary, 12 Weeks
Ready to make a life-saving impact while earning competitive pay? Join the dedicated respiratory care team at Prime Healthcare Resurrection Medical Center and help provide exceptional patient care in a fast-paced acute care environment.
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 or manager, the Respiratory Care Practitioner II (RCP II) is responsible for performing respiratory therapeutic and pulmonary diagnostic procedures as ordered by the ordering provider. 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. May on occasion be assigned/identified as Lead RCP, having responsibility for the section or department during their shift.

Qualifications

• Current State Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license required.
• Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) or obtained within three (3) months of hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certified from the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) upon hire and maintain current.
• Adult Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) from the AHA or ARC certification upon hire and maintain current.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) from the AHA certification upon hire and maintain current or obtained within 60 days of hire.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program certificate is upon hire and maintain current or obtained within 60 days of hire.
• Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science degree preferred.
• Two (2) years of acute care experience is preferred.

Pay Transparency

Resurrection Medical Center offers competitive compensation and a reasonable compensation estimate for this role is a flat rate of $55/hr 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.

Benefits

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:

Employment Status: Temporary Shift: Nights Equal Employment Opportunity: