Travel Contract

NICU Respiratory Therapist
Chicago, Illinois
UChicago Medicine Center for Care and Discovery

$2,103-2,363/week
Posted 29 minutes ago
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Job Opportunity: Respiratory Therapist (RRT-NICU)

Location

  • Chicago, Illinois

Employment Type

  • Travel/Contract

Contract Length

  • 13 weeks

Shift Details

  • Night shift: 6:30 PM to 7:00 AM (3 shifts per week, 12 hours each)
  • Rotated weekends

Specialty

  • Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics
  • Required experience: RRT with PICU and NICU experience

Required Certifications

  • Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) license
  • Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA only
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - AHA only

Required Qualifications

  • Valid Respiratory Care Practitioner license in Illinois
  • Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Respiratory Care Practitioner
  • Respiratory Care Practitioner experience within the last year

About Chicago, IL

As a Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist in Chicago, IL here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • 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.
Weather
  • Chicago experiences hot summers with average highs around 83°F and cold winters with average lows around 16°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Chicago, but they may require some research and planning to find the right fit.
Transportation
  • 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).
Demographics
  • 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.
Things to Do
  • 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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