Respiratory Therapist Part Time Nights $5K Sign on Bonus

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare • Lake Forest, IL

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About The Position

Exciting opportunities await at Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital as we expand our facilities to better serve our community. This transformative expansion will double our inpatient capacity and modernize our Emergency Department, allowing us to provide even more comprehensive care to our patients. We are seeking skilled Respiratory Therapists to join our esteemed team during this pivotal phase. Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital is honored to have received its 4th Magnet® designation and the first Magnet with Distinction®, an accolade given to only 23 hospitals in the U.S. since 2023. This achievement underscores our commitment to delivering outstanding patient care and promoting nursing excellence. With free parking and convenient on-site amenities, you’ll thrive in an environment dedicated to both your professional growth and the well-being of our patients.

Requirements

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)- National Board of Respiratory Care
• Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP)- Illinois Department of Professional Regulation (within three months of hire)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) – American Academy of Pediatrics (within three months of hire)
• Associate Degree in Applied Art/Science (AAS)

Nice To Haves

• Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist (CPFT)- National Board of Respiratory Care
• Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist (RPFT)- National Board of Respiratory Care
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) through American Heart Association
• Neonatal/ Pediatric Specialist (NPS)- National Board of Respiratory Care
• Bachelor’s Degree (BA/BS)

Responsibilities

• Performs all respiratory care procedures including patient assessments and implements treatment and therapies in accordance with department and hospital protocols and with-in physician order.
• Implements and evaluates the plan of care related to respiratory procedures including but not limited to aerosol, secretion mobilization, and hyperinflation therapies.
• Provides care for patient requiring ventilator assistance, complex respiratory devices and procedures and interprets clinical data necessary for the delivery of quality patient care.
• Performs comprehensive ventilator management and monitors the cardiopulmonary status of patients receiving intensive respiratory care.
• Demonstrates competency and can perform without supervision all procedures required in adult ICU, Peds, Emergency Room, and Special Care Nursery/NICU.
• Performs diagnostic studies on patients as designated by department policy and/or by physician order.
• Initiates and monitors, invasive and all non-invasive arterial blood gas measurement monitors.
• Consults with Physicians, RN’s, other Health care professionals and participates in daily patient rounds for assigned area to promote consistent quality and delivery of patient care.
• Demonstrates clinical competence and Implements appropriate actions to respond to needs of patients and family members.
• Monitors and documents the patient response to therapeutic interventions and progress toward outcomes. Completes all documentation for patient charting in compliance with standards for accuracy and content as established by the department and NM.
• Serves as a resource and role model for new staff, students and other NM personnel and assists with precepting and orienting.
• Demonstrates teamwork by helping co-workers and across departments. Communicates effectively with others and works collaboratively with all hospital services to responsibly accomplish daily work and maintain an environment of excellence.
• Responsible for meeting all the department’s expectations for all age group and participate in huddles, and is aware of information shared in e-mails and other form of communications.
• Manages work Schedule efficiently by completing timely documentation, cleans and sets up equipment and enters accurate billing and charges for provided services.

Benefits

• Tuition reimbursement
• Loan forgiveness
• 401(k) matching
• Lifecycle benefits
• Free parking
• Convenient on-site amenities
• $5,000 sign on bonus for eligible candidates

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees