Certified Respiratory Care Practitioner

• DESCRIPTION OF POSITION
  • The Respiratory Care Practitioner provides Respiratory Care modalities to patients as ordered by physicians, including but not limited to the administration of respiratory related medications, oxygen and humidity therapies, airway clearance therapy, invasive and non-invasive ventilation, etc., in accordance to established policy and procedure and based on accepted national standards, practices and regulatory requirements.
• QUALIFICATIONS
  • Professional/Educational
    • CRT Licensed in the State of Illinois with 2 or more years of Critical Care experience.
    • Certified by the American Heart Association in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
    • Certified by the American Academy of Pediatrics in Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP).
    • Certified by the American Heart Association in ACLS and PALS, (highly recommended).
    • DCFS Mandated Reporter Certificate of Completion required.
  • Personal
    • Works effectively with others, possessing tact, discretion and diplomacy.
    • Demonstrates leadership and teaching ability.
    • Possesses the ability to work under pressure.

Actual pay will be determined by qualifications, experience, and internal equity.

Morris Hospital & Healthcare Centers offers a comprehensive benefit package including:

• Medical, dental, vision plans
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan, including immediate 100% vesting
• Life insurance
• Disability coverage
• Nurse residency program
• Wellness program
• Health club / gym membership reimbursement
• Reward & Recognition programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program

Morris Hospital Employee Benefits