Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report.

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago

The Respiratory Care Practitioner provides respiratory care services for the safe and effective care of neonatal, pediatric and adult patient populations.

The RCP will perform direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory care according to order, protocol or clinical pathway, determines effectiveness of therapy, operates and maintains all equipment needed for the respiratory management of critically ill patients, act as the primary resource to parents, patients, and all Hospital personnel regarding pulmonary illness, therapies and equipment.

The RCP understands and integrates into the delivery of patient care the needs of neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, and adult patients in regard to their growth and development process.  

Job Duties:

• Performs respiratory care according to policies/procedures/protocols.  Anticipates impending emergent situations and intervenes effectively.  

• Institutes, monitors, maintains and troubleshoots respiratory care equipment including mechanical ventilation, high frequency ventilation, oxygen delivery devices, aerosol delivery devices, etc.

• Provides airway care, administers inhaled medications, performs airway clearance, bronchial hygiene and lung expansion therapy.

• Performs patient assessment and analyzes laboratory and diagnostic data in order to assist in patient plan of care.

• Teaches, educates, and precepts new employees, orientees, students, and  

• Initiates, monitors and maintains therapeutic gases including heliox, nitric oxide, oxygen and nitrogen.

• Communicates with the family and members of the multidisciplinary team to identify health care needs.

• Evaluates the patient’s progress through continuous observation and assessment of responses to interventions, treatments, and therapies.  Recommends revision in the care plan according to changes in patient needs.

• Demonstrates knowledge of pertinent aspects and competency with protocols related to the use of chemical disinfection, high level disinfection, and sterilization as required.

• Keeps up to date in respiratory care by utilizing current respiratory and healthcare literature for information and problem solving.

• Incorporates current hospital and departmental quality initiatives into daily activities.

• Works cooperatively as a team member to foster achievement of department/hospital goals

• Adheres to communication, service excellence and professional image standards that support the hospital mission and philosophy.

• Performs job functions adhering to service principles with customer service focus of innovation, service excellence and teamwork to provide the highest quality care and service to our patients, families, co-workers and others. 

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduate of a Center on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) accredited program in respiratory care.

• Minimal requirement: Associates Degree

• Licensure as a Respiratory Care Practitioner in the state of Illinois, active and in good standing.

• Basic Life Support Certification from American Heart Association. 

• Ability to demonstrate critical thinking skills, accepting of change, demonstrate adaptability.  Must possess the skills and judgement necessary to implement medical plan of care, clinical interventions and procedures as needed for the patient.  

• Ability to effectively communicate with patients, families, physicians, and hospital staff.

• Active CRT (certified respiratory therapist) certification from National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC.) (three months from hire to obtain Registered Respiratory Therapist).   

• Required within the first year of hire: PALS/ NRP/ ACLS certificate.

Education

Bachelor's Degree: Respiratory Therapy (Required)

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Benefit Statement

For full time and part time employees who work 20 or more hours per week we offer a generous benefits package that includes:

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Employer paid group term life and disability

Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave

403(b) with a 5% employer match

Various voluntary benefits:

• Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability

• Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage

• Tuition assistance

• Student loan servicing and support

• Adoption benefits

• Backup Childcare and Eldercare

• Employee Assistance Program, and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members

• Discount on services at Lurie Children’s facilities

• Discount purchasing program

There’s a Place for You with Us

At Lurie Children’s we embrace and celebrate diversity and equity in a serious way. We are committed to building a team with a variety of backgrounds, skills, and viewpoints — recognizing that diverse identities strengthen our workplace and the care we can provide to the Chicago community and beyond. We treat everyone fairly, appreciate differences, and make meaningful connections that foster belonging and allyship. This is a place where you can be your best, so we can give our best to the patients and families who trust us with their care.  

Lurie Children’s and its affiliates are equal employment opportunity employers.  We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, order of protection status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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