Job Description
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.
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**This is a full time position at 36 hours per week located at Lake Forest Hospital. The schedule is 3 12-hour shifts, 7pm to 7:30am with a weekend rotation. Holiday rotation required. A $10,000 sign on bonus is being offered to eligible candidates for this position. **
The Respiratory Therapist CRT 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.
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 patients 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 groups and participating 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.
- Functions effectively as relief charge RCP when assigned.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Required
- Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)- National Board of Respiratory Care
- Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP)- Illinois Department of Professional Regulation (within three months of hire)
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) – American Academy of Pediatrics (within three months of hire)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association
Preferred
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)- National Board of Respiratory Care
- Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association
- Associate Degree in Applied Art/Science (AAS)
Additional Information
Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.
If we offer you a job, we will perform a background check that includes a review of any criminal convictions. A conviction does not disqualify you from employment at Northwestern Medicine. We consider this on a case-by-case basis and follow all state and federal guidelines.
Benefits
We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.
