Travel Respiratory Therapist - Registered RT/RRT

American Traveler, LLC.; Jennings (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High Pay and Bonuses

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Weekly Payroll Deposit

Free Online CEUs

Generous Housing Allowance

Travel and Licensure Reimbursements

Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy

Traveler Rewards and Discounts

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RRT/CRT) for a night shift hospital position in Jennings, Louisiana. The role requires 2+ years of experience and Epic proficiency to support neonatal through geriatric patients.

You will manage ventilators, perform ABG interpretation, and participate in neonatal/pediatric airway care. The ideal candidate has a background with ARDS, pneumonia cases, and is willing to work three 12‑hour nights with every‑other weekend coverage.

Qualifications

• RRT or CRT license required if applicable.
• BLS, ACLS, NRP, and PALS certifications required.
• Minimum 2 years of respiratory therapy experience required.
• Community hospital experience required.
• Epic charting system experience required.
• Experience with 1:10 patient ratios.
• Ventilator management including BiPAP, CPAP, SIMV, and IMV.
• Neonatal and pediatric intubation and airway management experience.
• Proficient in arterial blood gas draws and interpretation.
• Driver's license required for consideration.
• Candidates must be over 65 miles from the facility based on driver's license address.

Responsibilities

• Hospital-based respiratory therapy unit serving neonatal through geriatric patients.
• Average daily census of 36 with approximately 6 visits per day.
• No NICU on-site but staff must be able to resuscitate, intubate, and ventilate newborns as needed.
• Vapotherm used for neonatal patients who do not require intubation.
• Night shift schedule, three 12-hour shifts from 18:45 to 7:15.
• Weekend coverage required every other weekend.
• No on-call requirement.
• Epic EMR experience required.
• Provide respiratory care across adult, pediatric, and neonatal populations including ARDS, aspiration, and pneumonia cases.
• Assist with high-risk deliveries and neonatal/pediatric intubation as needed.
• Perform pulmonary hygiene, suctioning, and airway management procedures.
• Administer nebulized and inhaled medications including bronchodilators and steroids.
• May be assigned to an emergency response team during facility emergencies, with expectation to remain on-site until relieved.
• Orientation is held five days a week.
• Grey scrub color required.
• First-time travelers will be considered for this position.
• All requested RTO must be disclosed on the profile and discussed during the interview.
• Candidates who previously worked as permanent staff or in-house agency contractors must have been separated from the facility for at least one full year before returning as a travel employee.
• Local candidates are not accepted.

Skills

RRT/CRT license

BLS ACLS NRP PALS

2+ years experience

Community hospital experience

Epic proficiency

Ventilator management

Neonatal/pediatric airway management

ABG interpretation

Driver's license

65+ miles distance constraint

Tools

Epic system

Job description

American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RRT/CRT) for a night shift hospital position requiring 2+ years of experience and Epic proficiency.

Requirements

• RRT or CRT license required if applicable
• BLS, ACLS, NRP, and PALS certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of respiratory therapy experience required
• Community hospital experience required
• Epic charting system experience required
• Experience with 1:10 patient ratios
• Skilled in ventilator management including BiPAP, CPAP, SIMV, and IMV
• Experience with neonatal and pediatric intubation and airway management
• Proficient in arterial blood gas draws and interpretation
• Driver's license required for consideration
• Candidates must be over 65 miles from the facility based on driver's license address

Responsibilities

• Hospital-based respiratory therapy unit serving neonatal through geriatric patients
• Average daily census of 36 with approximately 6 visits per day
• No NICU on-site but staff must be able to resuscitate, intubate, and ventilate newborns as needed
• Vapotherm is used for neonatal patients who do not require intubation
• Night shift schedule, three 12-hour shifts from 18:45 to 7:15
• Weekend coverage required every other weekend
• No on-call requirement
• Epic EMR experience required
• Provide respiratory care across adult, pediatric, and neonatal populations including ARDS, aspiration, and pneumonia cases
• Assist with high-risk deliveries and neonatal/pediatric intubation as needed
• Perform pulmonary hygiene, suctioning, and airway management procedures
• Administer nebulized and inhaled medications including bronchodilators and steroids
• May be assigned to an emergency response team during facility emergencies, with expectation to remain on-site until relieved
• Orientation is held five days a week
• Grey scrub color required
• First-time travelers will be considered for this position
• All requested RTO must be disclosed on the profile and discussed during the interview
• Candidates who previously worked as permanent staff or in-house agency contractors must have been separated from the facility for at least one full year before returning as a travel employee
• Local candidates are not accepted

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts

Job ID: P-783381

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