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Ascension lists this Registered Respiratory Therapist opportunity in hoffman estates, Illinois. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Your future role at a glance
nnnLocation: Hoffman Estates, IL
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nnFacility: Ascension Saint Alexius
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nnDepartment: Respiratory Care
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nnSchedule: Night shift l Full-time
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nnSign-on bonus: Up to $15,000.00NextGenHealthcare #LI-TP1
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n nHow you'll make an impact in this role
nnnPatient Evaluation and Care: Provide comprehensive evaluation and care for patients experiencing respiratory insufficiencies.
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nnImplementation and Monitoring: Implement and continuously monitor the patient care plan and associated respiratory equipment.
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nnDocumentation and Communication: Monitor, accurately record, and effectively communicate changes in the patient's condition to the care team.
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nnQuality and Outcomes: Evaluate respiratory practice, medication administration, and treatment effectiveness based on patient outcomes.
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n nWhat minimum requirements you'll need
nLicensure / Certification / Registration:
nnnBLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American HeartAssociation or American Red Cross accepted.
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nnRespiratory Care Practitioner credentialed from the Illinois Department of Financial andProfessional Regulation obtained within 4 Months (120 days) of hire date or job transfer date required.
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nnRespiratory Therapist specializing in Registered credentialed from the National Board forRespiratory Care (NBRC) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
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nnAdvanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
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nnCertification specializing in Neonatal Resuscitation credentialed from the American Academy ofPediatrics (AAP) preferred.
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nnPediatric Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
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nnRespiratory Therapist specializing in Neonatal Resuscitation credentialed from the National Boardfor Respiratory Care (NBRC) preferred.
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nnRespiratory Therapist specializing in Critical Care credentialed from the National Board forRespiratory Care (NBRC) preferred.
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n nEducation:
nnHigh School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate'sdegree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
n nBenefits that help you thrive
nnnComprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
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nnFinancial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
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nnTime to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
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nnCareer growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
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nnEmotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
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nnFamily support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
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nnOther benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more
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n nLife at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity
nAscension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
nEqual employment opportunity employer
nAscension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) ( poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) ( poster.
nFraud prevention notice
nProspective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process, our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system.
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nMin Salary: 34.71
nMax Salary 48.41
Worksite address
hoffman estates, IL, 60179, US
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