Respiratory Therapist RRT - Full Time - Nights

NorthShore University HealthSystem; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 45,681 - 68,521; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus of $25,000

Various Medical, Dental, and Vision options

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay

Job summary

NorthShore University HealthSystem in Naperville, IL is looking for a full-time Respiratory Therapist for night shifts. This role involves providing essential respiratory therapies across various patient demographics and requires obtaining necessary certifications.

Benefits include a sign-on bonus of $25,000, eligibility for incentive plans, tuition reimbursement, and comprehensive health options. Candidates must have graduated from an accredited program and possess a valid RRT license.

Qualifications

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or proof of registry eligible status.
• State of Illinois Respiratory Care Practitioner licensure within six months.
• Current CPR certification issued by the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Assist Physicians with Respiratory Therapy procedures.
• Provide therapy to patients across all age groups.
• Monitor patient physiological response to therapy.

Skills

Respiratory Therapy procedures

Patient education

Communication

Education

Graduation from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program

Job description

Hourly Pay Range

$33.16 - $49.74 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

Position Highlights

• Sign on bonus: $25,000
• Position: Respiratory Therapist - Nights
• Location: Edward Hospital - Naperville, IL
• Full Time | 36 hours/week
• Hours: shifts will vary Monday - Friday from 7:00pm to 7:30am with every third weekend and holidays required
• Required Travel: Plainfield Emergency Center as needed

What you will do

• Assists Physicians, as requested with Respiratory Therapy procedures
• Provide respiratory therapy to neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients as ordered by physicians according hospital policy and procedures
• Assess patients to determine most suitable method of administering treatment
• Document treatment, equipment maintenance and quality control activities and transcribe verbal or phone order by physicians
• Communicate to patient and family the treatment being performed in a clear manner
• Monitor patient physiological response to therapy with special attention to the pediatric and neonatal patients
• Provide patient and staff education

What you will need

• Education: Graduation from a nationally accredited Respiratory Therapy program, as determined by the Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC)
• License/Certifications: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or proof of registry eligible status.
• State of Illinois Respiratory Care Practitioner licensure within six months of employment.
• Current CPR certification issued by the American Heart Association
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) within 24 months of employment
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) within 24 months of employment
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) within 24 months of employment

Benefits (For full time or part time positions)

• Eligibility for our Annual Incentive Plan, which offers the potential to earn a certain percentage amount of your base salary based on organizational performance. (For AIP eligible positions)
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee's job (For eligible positions)
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
• Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Parking
• Wellness Program Savings Plan
• Health Savings Account Options
• Retirement Options with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Community Involvement Opportunities

EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.