Registered Respiratory Therapist
Kindred Chicago Lakeshore
Chicago, IL
Sign-On Bonus
$29-44/hourOverview
- Facility InformationLong Term Acute Care103 bedsProprietary Software
Pay
- Sign-On bonus$15,000
Benefits
- Sign-On bonus
Qualifications
- Eligible to work in US
Description
Description
Seeking Full-time Night Shift
Pay Rate is $29-$43.50/hour.
$15,000 Sign on bonus paid out over 24 months.
What makes Kindred Healthcare a great place to work? Our people, of course! Our clinicians answer this special calling because they have a fundamental, internal drive to directly help people. In return, we serve, develop and respect our employees in environments created to optimize their job effectiveness, experience, and satisfaction. This is who we are.
Who are you? To succeed in our high-energy, high-reward environment, our clinicians provide compassionate critical care and deliver exceptional patient experiences, meaningful outcomes, and bonds for life.
As our most acute level of care, Kindred’s transitional care hospitals offer the same critical care patients receive in a traditional hospital or intensive care unit, but for an extended recovery period. Our clinicians play a vital role in the recovery process for chronic, critically ill and medically complex patients.
As a Respiratory Therapist you will:
- Responsible for administering safe and competent respiratory care as ordered per physician, monitoring mechanical ventilation, administering medications, patient assessment, understanding ramifications of hemodynamic monitoring, understanding blood work results, monitoring, teaching, and training.
Qualifications
As a Respiratory Therapist you will have:
- As required for Registry by National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
- Certified / Registered Respiratory Therapist by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). Appropriate licensure from state licensure agency.
- BCLS and ACLS certifications and maintain them for the duration of employment.
Facility
Kindred Chicago Lakeshore
- Long Term Acute Care
- 103 beds
- Proprietary Software
Employer
ScionHealth - Kindred Cornerstone & Solara Hospitals
About Chicago, IL
- The cost of living in Chicago is slightly higher than the national average.
- Wages generally match up with the cost of living, but it's important to budget for higher housing and transportation costs.
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- Chicago is car-friendly, but public transportation is also widely used and convenient, with an extensive network of buses and trains operated by the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA).
- Chicago is a diverse city with a wide range of ages represented.
- Common health issues may include seasonal allergies and respiratory conditions due to the urban environment.
- Chicago has a large population of travel nurses due to its numerous healthcare facilities and teaching hospitals.
- Chicago offers a vibrant culinary scene with a variety of restaurants, especially known for its deep-dish pizza and Chicago-style hot dogs.
- The city has a thriving art and music scene, with numerous galleries, theaters, and live music venues.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy games at iconic venues like Wrigley Field.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the city's beautiful parks, lakefront, and beaches.
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