Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Temp Assignment Based

Novant Health; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Night shift

Temporary assignment

Job summary

Novant Health in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for a full-time night shift on a temporary assignment lasting up to 9 months. This role sits in Respiratory Care and supports patients across care settings.

Candidate requirements include an Associate degree (Bachelor's preferred), 1 year of experience, and current RCP licensure in the state. Join a compassionate team focused on growth and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate degree required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 1 year experience required.
• Current RCP licensure in appropriate state required.

Responsibilities

• Advocates for the patient and supports education within the interdisciplinary care plan.
• Prioritizes duties based on patients' needs and acuity, ensuring timely completion of care interventions and orders.
• Administers and evaluates medication therapies, transfers patients, and assists with transports.
• Performs routine respiratory care such as ABGs and bronchial hygiene, and provides higher levels of care in critical settings.
• Demonstrates independence in Respiratory Care and adheres to state requirements and standards.
• Critical Care: Ventilator management, code blue, airway management, blood gas interpretation and related protocols.
• Documents care in accordance with hospital policy and regulatory requirements.

Education

Associate Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Job description

What We Offer

Temp Assignment | Respiratory Therapist in Charlotte, NC

• Schedule: Full-time | 7pm to 7am | Night Shift
  • Temporary assignment (Up to 9 months)
• Department: Respiratory Care
• Location: Charlotte, NC

You became a respiratory therapist because you care deeply — about your patients, your team, and the moments where skilled care makes all the difference. At Novant Health, you’ll do more than provide critical respiratory support — you’ll be part of a compassionate, collaborative team that values your expertise and supports your growth.

Whether you're an experienced RT or just starting your journey, here you’ll find purpose, respect, and the resources to thrive.

Why Novant Health?

• Recognized among the best in the region for respiratory care and clinical outcomes
• Collaborative teams where your voice is heard and respected
• Opportunities for career advancement, mentoring, and specialty training
• A mission-driven culture focused on whole-person care for both patients and team members

What You'll Do

• Acts as a patient advocate for the patient and their support system by incorporating education in the interdisciplinary care plan.
• Prioritize job duties according to patients' needs and changing acuity levels and ensures timely completion of care interventions, medical orders, etc.
• Administers and evaluates medication therapies, performs patient transfers and transports patients.
• Ability to evaluate patient needs and provide appropriate routine respiratory care such as ABGs, bronchial hygiene therapy, etc., as well as perform higher levels of care in critical care areas and emergent situations.
• Demonstrates independence in the specialty of Respiratory Care. Practices according to state requirements and standards.
• Critical Care Specific: Ventilator management, code blue, airway management, interpretation and intervention with blood gas analysis, use of all related protocols for patient care.
• Document care in accordance with hospital policy and regulatory requirements.

What We're Looking For

• Education: 2 Year / Associate Degree, required. 4 Year / Bachelors Degree, preferred.
• Experience: 1 year, required.
• Licensure/Certification: Current RCP licensure in appropriate state, required

Why Choose Novant Health?

At Novant Health, we believe remarkable care starts with compassion for our patients, our communities, and each other. We value belonging, courage, personal growth, and teamwork, creating a space where everyone is respected, supported, and safe to show up as their full selves.

Job Opening ID: 135797