Job Description American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for a night shift, float-required position with current licensure and NBRC CRT certification. Responsibilities Work in a pulmonary/respiratory therapy department in a hospital settingAssignments may include general, acute, critical care, and emergency areasHandles patient populations requiring respiratory procedures and therapiesMay float to any facility within 60 miles or to designated float zones as needed12-hour night shifts from 18:15 to 06:45, three shifts per weekWork every other weekendUses Epic EMR systemDeliver respiratory care procedures, including patient monitoring, medication delivery, ventilation management, expansion therapy, and bronchial hygienePerform diagnostic testing such as ABGs, PFTs, EKGs, bronchoscopy, and pulse oximetryProvide airway maintenance and cardiopulmonary support during emergency interventionsEducate patients and families on respiratory careDocument all respiratory activities and patient responses according to legal and departmental standardsParticipate in the training and orientation of staff and studentsTravelers may be assigned up to one year and must take a 30-60 day break before returning to a new assignmentAll travelers must have a flu vaccination during flu season (Nov 1 – Mar 31), with only medically documented exemptions consideredNo local candidates allowed; must reside over 60 miles from all float locations Requirements High School Diploma or GED required; Associate Degree preferredCompletion of an accredited respiratory therapy education program (CoARC, JRCRTE, or CAAHEP required)Current state Respiratory Therapist Licensure (RLT) required if applicable; active license only, no pending allowed for considerationCertified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) certification by NBRC requiredAmerican Heart Association BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP certifications required and must be activeOne year of respiratory therapy experience preferredPrior use of electronic medical records preferred Benefits High Pay and BonusesMedical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 OptionsGenerous Housing AllowanceNon-taxed Per Diem and SubsidyWeekly Payroll DepositFree Online CEUs401(k) PlanTraveler Rewards and DiscountsTravel and Licensure Reimbursements
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