Resp Care Practitioner - Full Time Nights

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare • Mchenry, IL

3d • $39 - $50

About The Position

The Respiratory Care Practitioner I is a licensed professional who provides respiratory care to acutely ill patients through assessment, planning and evaluation, intervention, and treatment. The practitioner works within the scope of their training and interacts effectively with patients, significant others, and other members of the healthcare team. The role reflects Northwestern Medicine’s mission, vision, and values and requires adherence to its Code of Ethics, Corporate Compliance Program, organizational policies, and applicable regulatory and accreditation standards. The position is listed as 0.03 FTE and is a night-shift job.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited respiratory therapy program.
• Active or pending Illinois Respiratory Care License within six months of hire.
• Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Nice To Haves

• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification.
• Adult Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory therapies and modalities across adult medical-surgical units and other adult care areas, including the emergency department and critical care units, as expected by the hospital.
• Understand and implement ordered adult respiratory protocols, policies, and guidelines on medical-surgical units.
• Deliver ordered respiratory therapy, assess the patient’s response, and adjust treatment frequency as appropriate.
• Monitor, record, and communicate patient condition to other healthcare team members as appropriate.
• Educate patients and families about respiratory disease management, community support groups, and other resources.
• Respond to clinical emergency management situations.
• Participate in multidisciplinary rounds and collaborate with the healthcare team.
• Evaluate and use respiratory care policies and procedures based on patient outcomes, current research, and best practices.
• Precept students.
• Model positive teamwork and cooperation and consistently adhere to Northwestern Medicine’s Code of Professionalism.

Benefits

• Tuition reimbursement
• Loan forgiveness
• 401(k) matching
• Lifecycle benefits
• A wide range of benefits intended to support employees’ physical, emotional, and financial well-being and provide protection for unexpected life events

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed