Respiratory Therapist-Full and Part Time Positions Available Sign on Bonus Eligible

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare•Lake Forest, IL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Exciting opportunities await at Northwestern Medicine Catherine Gratz Griffin 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 Catherine Gratz Griffin 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. Current Opportunities: Full Time (36 hours per week) on night shift (7p to 7:30a) Part Time (24 hours per week) on night shift (7p to 7:30a) Casual/ As needed positions. Select positions are eligible for a sign on bonus up to $10,000 for eligible candidates! Here at Northwestern Medicine Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital, we hire Registered Respiratory Therapists (RRT) and Certified Respiratory Therapists (CRT). Additionally, some roles may be eligible for up to a $10,000 sign on bonus for eligible candidates! Want to learn more about our hospital expansion? Click the link below to follow along about exciting project updates! Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital Campus Development or watch a short video about our expansion project! Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital Expansion - YouTube The Respiratory Therapist RRT reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

Requirements

Registered or Certified Respiratory Therapist (RRT or CRT) - 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.
Services 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.
See additional addendum for Leve 2 and Level 3 RCP