Therapy - RRT

Cynet HealthStaff; Littleton, Northern (CO, KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Cynet HealthStaff is seeking a Travel Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for a 13-week assignment in a 240-bed facility. This night-shift position emphasizes autonomous, patient-centered care across NICU and ICU, as well as medical-surgical units.

Candidates should have at least 2 years of current acute care RRT experience, BLS, ACLS, NRP, and PALS certifications, and willingness to travel. Responsibilities include treatments, ventilator management, ABGs, intubation assistance, and team education.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of acute care hospital RRT experience.
• BLS, ACLS, NRP, and PALS certifications.
• Travel assignment; 13 weeks, night shift, 12-hour shifts.

Responsibilities

• Administer respiratory therapies and treatments per protocol.
• Set up and monitor ventilators for patients.
• Assist with intubations when required.
• Perform arterial blood gas analyses and documentation.
• Educate patients and staff on respiratory therapies.

Job description

Therapy - RRT

Profession: Respiratory Therapy

Specialty: Respiratory Therapy

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: Night

Hours per Shift: 12

Experience: Minimum of 2 years current acute care hospital RRT experience

License: RRT or NBRC certification preferred

Certifications: BLS, ACLS, NRP, PALS

Must-Have

Minimum of 6 months current acute care hospital RRT experienceBLS, ACLS, NRP, and PALS certifications

Description:This position is for a travel RRT role.The unit is a 240-bed facility with 15 respiratory therapy staff.Minimum staffing for day and night shifts is 3 staff members.The patient ratio is an average of 30-40 points per shift.Required skills include administering treatments, ventilator setup, assisting with intubation, and performing arterial blood gases.Patient and staff education, as well as all respiratory therapy interventions, are part of the responsibilities.Experience in emergency departments, pediatrics, ICU, NICU, and medical-surgical units is valued.Candidates should be team players and demonstrate collaboration within the unit.Flexible scheduling is offered, giving respiratory therapists autonomy in NICU and ICU settings.This is an excellent opportunity for those looking to play a key role in patient care and therapy.