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Shift: Days, 4x10hrs
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Hours: 40 hrs/wk
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Start Date: Aug 24, 2026
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Length: 13 weeks
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Openings: 1
American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist – Respiratory Educator with 5+ years of pediatric experience to lead a clinical education and professional development program at a standalone children's hospital in Chicago, IL.
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Clinical Learning/Education unit at a standalone children's hospital in Chicago, IL
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Role focuses on respiratory professional development, new graduate residency oversight, onboarding, and ongoing educational programming
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Pediatric patient population with exposure to complex respiratory cases
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Equipment includes pediatric ventilators (Draeger, Servo, Jet, oscillator), nitric oxide, IPV, HFNC, airway clearance equipment, and intubation
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EMR: Epic and Microsoft products
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10-hour day shifts, 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM, primarily Monday through Thursday (some weeks may be 8-hour shifts)
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40 hours per week
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No call or holiday requirements
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No floating required
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Local candidates are accepted
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RRT credential required; CRTs will not be accepted
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NPS certification required
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Minimum 5 years of experience in pediatric respiratory care
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Bachelor's degree preferred
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Prior travel assignment experience preferred, ideally at a children's hospital
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Experience as a formal or informal educator in a pediatric setting preferred
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Current BLS certification required
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Flu and COVID-19 vaccination documentation, including both doses and lot numbers, required — facility does not accept declinations
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At least 1 professional reference within the last year required for consideration
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Specialty skills checklist required for consideration
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License required if applicable
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All candidates must be nicotine free
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Lead a two-week classroom-based residency program for approximately 16 newly graduated Respiratory Care Practitioners, with a pre-prepared syllabus including speakers and skills sessions
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Responsible for onboarding new employees and contributing to ongoing educational programming beyond the initial residency
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A part-time staff member and other RCPs are available to assist with the residency program
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Ideal candidate has a passion for education and experience as a leader, whether formal or informal, in a pediatric respiratory setting
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Orientations are held every Monday
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First-time travelers will be considered for this position
