CRT- Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP)

Saint Francis Hospital • Evanston, IL

2d • $38 - $41 • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction and authorization of the medical director and cardiopulmonary director/manager, the RCP I 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.

Requirements

• State Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) License required
• Current BCLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current.
• 2 years experience as a RCP preferred.
• ACLS certificate within 60 days 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

Nice To Haves

• 2 years experience as a RCP preferred.
• NRP certificate preferred
• Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science degree preferred

Responsibilities

• performing respiratory therapeutic and pulmonary diagnostic procedures as ordered by the physician.
• assessment, planning, implementation and documentation of care, with consideration of age and population specific needs and requirements of the patient.
• may be assigned/identified as Lead RCP, having responsibility for the section or department during their shift.

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.
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What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees