Registered Respiratory Therapist RRT - NICU

2 months ago
United States$46.19/hrFull TimeRespiratory Therapy

Job Description

About the Role

Join Ascension as a Registered Respiratory Therapist RRT - NICU in United States. Details Department: Respiratory Care Schedule: Full time, 12hr Night shift Hospital: Ascension Saint Alexius Location: Hoffman Estates, IL Sign-On Bonus: Up to $10,000.00 Salary: $33.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide evaluation of and care for patients with respiratory insufficiencies.
  • Assess patient for appropriate type and frequency of treatment and develop a plan of care based on diagnosis.
  • Implement and monitor patient care plan and equipment.
  • Monitor, record and communicate patient condition.

Requirements

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Benefits & Compensation

  • Salary: $33.50 - $46.19 per hour

Work Schedule

  • Full-time position.
  • Night or evening shifts may be required.

Apply to join Ascension as a Registered Respiratory Therapist RRT - NICU.

Key Skills

Respiratory Insufficiencies CarePatient AssessmentPlan of Care DevelopmentEquipment MonitoringPatient Condition MonitoringAdvanced Respiratory CareMedication AdministrationPatient EducationFamily EducationEmergency ResuscitationBLSRespiratory Care PractitionerRegistered Respiratory TherapistNeonatal ResuscitationCritical Care
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Position Insights

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Registered Respiratory Therapist RRT - NICU at Ascension a 2.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as below average. This places the position in the average range of all Respiratory Therapy psychologist listings evaluated on our platform.

Candidates should carefully assess workload expectations and scheduling demands before applying.

Respiratory Therapy — Psychologist Career Context

This Respiratory Therapy position at Ascension is open to psychologist candidates.

Psychologists are seeing unprecedented demand driven by the mental health crisis, with telehealth dramatically expanding access and enabling fully remote practice.

Compensation Analysis

This position also offers production-based compensation: $46 per hourly. Production bonuses can significantly increase total earnings above the stated base salary range.

Location & Logistics

This position is based in United States.

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Respiratory Insufficiencies Care, Patient Assessment, Plan of Care Development, Equipment Monitoring, Patient Condition Monitoring, Advanced Respiratory Care, Medication Administration, Patient Education. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Respiratory Therapy role.

Core responsibilities: The role involves providing evaluation and care for patients with respiratory insufficiencies by assessing needs, developing, implementing, and monitoring treatment plans and equipment. Responsibilities also include monitoring patient condition, performing advanced respiratory care, evaluating treat...

Benefits package: Health coverage, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, Prescription coverage, HSA options, FSA options, Employer-matched 403(b), Disability insurance. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.

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About Ascension

Hospitals and Health Care
Indianapolis, IN
2-5

Benefits & Perks

Health coverage
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Prescription coverage
HSA options
FSA options
Employer-matched 403(b)
Disability insurance

Protective Factors (1)

Supportive environment (Culture alignment key)

Interpretation: Position includes 1 validated protective factor against burnout.

Job Details

Employment Type

Full Time

Posted

2mo ago

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