What are the responsibilities and job description for the Critical Care Respiratory Therapist position at Advocate Aurora Health?
Critical Care Respiratory Therapist Position:
Advocate Aurora Health is seeking a skilled Respiratory Therapist to join our critical care team in Park Ridge, Illinois. As a key member of our healthcare team, you will be responsible for providing comprehensive respiratory care to critically ill patients.
About the Role:
The successful candidate will administer respiratory care procedures and modalities in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures. They will use evidence-based practices, clinical decision making, and skilled communication to create a safe patient environment and provide exceptional patient experience.
Responsibilities:
• Provide comprehensive respiratory care to critically ill patients
• Collaborate with other departments to provide education on managing patients
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives
• Develop and implement effective treatment plans
Requirements:
• Respiratory Therapist certification (CRT) issued by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA)
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification (ACLS) issued by the American Heart Association (AHA)
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA)/American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)
• Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy
Benefits:
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Collaborative work environment
Advocate Aurora Health is seeking a skilled Respiratory Therapist to join our critical care team in Park Ridge, Illinois. As a key member of our healthcare team, you will be responsible for providing comprehensive respiratory care to critically ill patients.
About the Role:
The successful candidate will administer respiratory care procedures and modalities in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures. They will use evidence-based practices, clinical decision making, and skilled communication to create a safe patient environment and provide exceptional patient experience.
Responsibilities:
• Provide comprehensive respiratory care to critically ill patients
• Collaborate with other departments to provide education on managing patients
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives
• Develop and implement effective treatment plans
Requirements:
• Respiratory Therapist certification (CRT) issued by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA)
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification (ACLS) issued by the American Heart Association (AHA)
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA)/American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)
• Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy
Benefits:
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Collaborative work environment
