Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $842 per week

Thrive Staffing; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Thrive Staffing seeks a Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for a 13-week assignment in Asheville, North Carolina. The role is 36 hours per week with a 12-hour night shift, and involves floating to critical care units as needed.

This travel position requires NC licensure and RRT certification, along with BLS/ACLS/PALS credentials. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality respiratory care across service lines, collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, and adapt to a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Required: North Carolina Respiratory License.
• Required: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification.
• Required: BLS certification.
• Required: ACLS certification.
• Preferred: PALS certification.

Responsibilities

• Administer respiratory therapy treatments as prescribed.
• Monitor and adjust patient responses to therapy.
• Operate and maintain respiratory support equipment.
• Educate patients and families on respiratory care.

Skills

RRT certification

North Carolina license

BLS certification

ACLS certification

PALS certification

Job description

Thrive Staffing is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Asheville, North Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

General Comments

We are seeking qualified candidates for the role of Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT). This position is critical in providing respiratory services in a healthcare setting, facilitating patient care, and working alongside other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal respiratory function for patients across various service lines.

Unit Information

• Location: City, State
• Number of Beds: 854
• Number of Staff: 120
• Day Shift Staffing: 15-20 RRTs for adult service lines; 3-4 RRTs for NICU/Peds service lines.
• Night Shift Staffing: 12-16 RRTs for adult service lines; 3-4 RRTs for NICU/Peds service lines.
• Patient Ratios: 10 - 25
• Type of Equipment:
  • GE R860 Adult Ventilators
  • Draeger Infant/Peds Ventilators
  • Newport HT70 Transport Ventilator
  • V60 Non-Invasive Device
  • Vapotherm and Comfort Flow High Flow Oxygen Devices
• Electronic Medical Record (EMR): Cerner

Qualifications

To be considered for this role, candidates must meet the following qualifications:

• Required Skills:
  • North Carolina Respiratory License
  • Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification
• Preferred Skills:
  • Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification

Role Responsibilities

The Registered Respiratory Therapist will perform a variety of clinical procedures and assessments to ensure optimal patient care. Duties include but are not limited to:

• Administering respiratory therapy treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
• Monitoring patient responses to therapy and making appropriate adjustments.
• Operating and maintaining respiratory support equipment.
• Providing education to patients and families regarding respiratory care.

Best Personality Fit

The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, a team-oriented mindset, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced healthcare environment. We value those who demonstrate empathy and a commitment to providing high-quality patient care.

Work Schedule

This role requires flexibility with weekend availability, with a commitment to working at least four weekend shifts within a six-week schedule.

Dress Code

Scrub Color: Medium Gray/Pewter

Floating Areas

This position may involve floating to all critical care units and floors based on patient care needs.

Thrive Staffing Job ID #19221053. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Allied:Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT),19:00:00-07:00:00

About Thrive Staffing

At the heart of Thrive Staffing is our mission to support healthcare professionals in their career journey. We strive to build strong, personal relationships with our candidates, fostering work environments for the common good that values individual autonomy, encourages personal expression, and removes career obstacles. We're not just looking for employees—we're looking for partners in our mission to transform healthcare staffing. Our ideal candidate is someone who shares our vision of improving lives and impacting the world in a positive way. If you're a healthcare professional looking to take the next step in your career, we're here to help you thrive through health care staffing that understands you and puts prominence on enabling your professional potential.