RRT — NICU Level III Neonatal Specialist

Rush Copley Medical Center; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Rush Copley Medical Center is seeking a Respiratory Therapist in Aurora, Illinois. This role involves assessing and planning care for patients’ respiratory needs, ensuring ethical and compassionate care.

The ideal candidate must possess a current Illinois state license in Respiratory Care and be certified as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT). Other required certifications include ACLS, PALS, and NRP for working in NICU. Join our dedicated multidisciplinary team!

Qualifications

• Current Illinois State License as Respiratory Care Practitioner is required.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification by the National Board of Respiratory Care.
• Neonatal/Pediatric Specialist (NPS) certification needed to work in Level III NICU after 2026.

Responsibilities

• Assess and evaluate patients’ respiratory status.
• Implement and monitor care plans independently.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for patient care.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Team collaboration

Ethical decision making

Education

Completion of CoARC approved program in Respiratory Care

Tools

CPR

ACLS

PALS

NRP

Job description

Rush Copley Medical Center is seeking a Respiratory Therapist in Aurora, Illinois. This role involves assessing and planning care for patients’ respiratory needs, ensuring ethical and compassionate care.

The ideal candidate must possess a current Illinois state license in Respiratory Care and be certified as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT). Other required certifications include ACLS, PALS, and NRP for working in NICU. Join our dedicated multidisciplinary team!