Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
Respiratory Care Practitioner, New Graduate Residency
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Respiratory Care Practitioner, New Graduate Residency
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, we put kids and their families at the center of everything we do. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by U.S. News & World Report.
Location Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago, Chicago, IL
Job Description Lurie Children’s Hospital is offering two annual start dates (February & August) for our comprehensive transition‑to‑practice Respiratory Care Practitioner Residency program. Upcoming Start Date: February 9th, 2026. This program delivers a hands‑on learning approach to facilitate and support the professional development of new graduate Respiratory Care Practitioners. Once admitted, the New Graduate RCP will practice under the direct supervision of an experienced and licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner.
You will be at the heart of our pediatric care team, making a difference every day by providing top‑quality and compassionate respiratory care services for the safe and effective care of neonatal, pediatric, and adolescent patients.
Required Prior to Start Date
Graduate from a Center on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) accredited program prior to program start with the minimum of an Associate Degree in respiratory care.
Possess an active Basic Life Support Certification through the American Heart Association, active and in good standing.
Possess an Active Certified Respiratory Therapy (CRT) Credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
Have satisfactorily applied in writing to the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation Department seeking licensure, have a current license in IL, or have been issued a temporary license in IL.
Required Within 90 Days of Hire
Successfully pass the Respiratory Care licensure examination by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
Required Within 180 Days of Hire
Active Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
Licensure furnished by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation Department.
Required Within the First Year of Hire
PALS, CPR, and ACLS certifications.
Education BLS – Basic Life Support – American Heart Association; CRT – Certified Respiratory Therapist – National Board for Respiratory Care; RRT – Registered Respiratory Therapist – National Board for Respiratory Care.
Pay Range $37.00-$60.50 Hourly
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Employer paid group term life and disability insurance
Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Accounts
Paid Time Off, 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
Additional Information Lurie Children’s and its affiliates are equal employment opportunity employers. 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.
Support email: candidatesupport@luriechildrens.org
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Location Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago, Chicago, IL
Job Description Lurie Children’s Hospital is offering two annual start dates (February & August) for our comprehensive transition‑to‑practice Respiratory Care Practitioner Residency program. Upcoming Start Date: February 9th, 2026. This program delivers a hands‑on learning approach to facilitate and support the professional development of new graduate Respiratory Care Practitioners. Once admitted, the New Graduate RCP will practice under the direct supervision of an experienced and licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner.
You will be at the heart of our pediatric care team, making a difference every day by providing top‑quality and compassionate respiratory care services for the safe and effective care of neonatal, pediatric, and adolescent patients.
Required Prior to Start Date
Graduate from a Center on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) accredited program prior to program start with the minimum of an Associate Degree in respiratory care.
Possess an active Basic Life Support Certification through the American Heart Association, active and in good standing.
Possess an Active Certified Respiratory Therapy (CRT) Credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
Have satisfactorily applied in writing to the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation Department seeking licensure, have a current license in IL, or have been issued a temporary license in IL.
Required Within 90 Days of Hire
Successfully pass the Respiratory Care licensure examination by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
Required Within 180 Days of Hire
Active Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
Licensure furnished by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation Department.
Required Within the First Year of Hire
PALS, CPR, and ACLS certifications.
Education BLS – Basic Life Support – American Heart Association; CRT – Certified Respiratory Therapist – National Board for Respiratory Care; RRT – Registered Respiratory Therapist – National Board for Respiratory Care.
Pay Range $37.00-$60.50 Hourly
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Employer paid group term life and disability insurance
Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Accounts
Paid Time Off, 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
Additional Information Lurie Children’s and its affiliates are equal employment opportunity employers. 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.
Support email: candidatesupport@luriechildrens.org
#J-18808-Ljbffr