Respiratory Care Practitioner- Full Time Nights

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare•Lake Forest, IL

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 follows Northwestern Medicine’s mission, values, Code of Ethics, Corporate Compliance Program, policies, procedures, and applicable regulatory and accreditation standards. The practitioner provides care across adult medical-surgical units and other adult care areas, including the emergency department and critical care units, as required by hospital expectations. The position is full time and works nights.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Provide respiratory therapies and modalities to patients in adult medical-surgical units and other adult care areas.
Understand and implement ordered adult respiratory protocols, policies, and guidelines.
Deliver ordered therapy, assess the patient’s response, and adjust treatment frequency as appropriate.
Monitor, record, and communicate patient condition to other healthcare team members.
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 informed by patient outcomes, current research, and best practices.
Precept students.
Serve as a positive role model, promote teamwork and cooperation, and adhere to the Northwestern Medicine Code of Professionalism.