Respiratory Care Practitioner

HiredFirst; Willits (CA); On-site; USD 87,087 - 97,779; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) for a contract position in California. The role requires providing essential respiratory care in various units, managing ventilated patients, and documenting patient care in Cerner. The ideal candidate must have an active California RCP license and at least 2 years of respiratory therapy experience. Certifications in BLS, ACLS, and NRP are required, with a preference for those having critical care and OB experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years respiratory therapy experience required.
• Active California Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license required.
• BLS, ACLS, and NRP certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic and critical respiratory care across ED, ICU, and med-surg/tele units.
• Manage ventilated patients and ensure ventilator/VAP bundle compliance.
• Administer oxygen and aerosol therapy.

Skills

Active California Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license

BLS certification

ACLS certification

NRP certification

Critical care experience

OB experience

Job description

Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) – Contract

Location: California, 95490
Contract Dates: April 27, 2026 – July 26, 2026 (13 weeks)
Pay: $1,914 – $2,149/week

Schedule:

No call required

Every other weekend coverage

Float required between Ukiah and Howard

Position Summary & Responsibilities:

Provide basic and critical respiratory care across ED, ICU, and med‑surg/tele units

Manage ventilated patients and ensure ventilator/VAP bundle compliance

Administer oxygen, aerosol therapy, and obtain ABGs per protocol

Perform pulmonary function testing and assist with bronchoscopy/special procedures

Monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot respiratory equipment

Document all patient care, therapies, and charges in Cerner

Educate patients, families, and clinical staff on respiratory care

Requirements:

Active California Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license required

Minimum 2 years respiratory therapy experience required

BLS required

ACLS required

NRP required

Critical care and OB experience preferred

Facility size: 25 beds (4 ICU, remainder med-surg/tele)

Staffing: 1 RT per shift

Communication: SBAR