Travel Respiratory Therapist - Registered RT/RRT

American Traveler, LLC.; Saint Cloud (MN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High pay

Insurance (Medical, Dental & Vision)

401(k)

Weekly payroll deposit

Free online CEUs

Generous housing allowance

Travel & licensure reimbursements

Non-taxed per diem

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist for a night shift at a Level I/II Trauma hospital in Minnesota. The role requires 2+ years of experience and NICU/pediatric exposure.

The position includes travel benefits with certifications required (BLS, ACLS, NRP, PALS) and NBRC RRT. Epic EMR experience is preferred, and MN RRT license must be obtained by start date. Travel housing and reimbursements are provided.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of Respiratory Therapist experience required.
• NICU/pediatric RRT experience preferred.
• Trauma Level I/II experience required.
• Teaching hospital experience preferred.
• Epic EMR experience preferred.
• BLS, ACLS, NRP, and PALS certifications required.
• NBRC RRT certification required.
• MN RRT license required if applicable; start date must be obtained by start date.
• Ventilator management, ABG interpretation, airway management.

Responsibilities

• Care for adult, pediatric and neonatal patients in a trauma hospital setting.
• Cover Adult CCU, ED, NICU, Pediatric CCU, Pediatrics and Transports.
• Night shifts 1830–0300, totaling 72 hours per pay period.
• Weekend rotation every other Saturday and Sunday.
• Operate and document using Epic charting system.
• Provide respiratory therapies including BiPAP/CPAP, HFOV and weaning from ventilation.
• Administer inhaled meds and aerosols via multiple delivery systems.
• Assist neonatal procedures and neonatal transports; support high-risk deliveries.

Skills

Respiratory Therapist experience

NICU/Pediatric exposure

Ventilator management

ABG interpretation

Critical care

Tools

Epic EMR

Job description

American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist for a night shift role at a Level I/II Trauma hospital, requiring 2+ years of experience and NICU/Pediatric exposure.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of Respiratory Therapist experience required
• NICU/Pediatric RRT experience preferred
• Trauma Level I and Level II experience required
• Teaching hospital experience preferred
• Epic EMR experience preferred
• BLS, ACLS, NRP, and PALS certifications required
• NBRC RRT certification required
• MN RRT license required if applicable; pending license accepted but must be obtained by start date
• Skills in ventilator management, ABG interpretation, airway management, and neonatal/pediatric respiratory procedures preferred

Responsibilities

• Respiratory/Neuro Diagnostics unit within a Level I and Level II Trauma hospital
• Work settings include Adult Critical Care, Emergency Department, NICU, Pediatric Critical Care, Pediatrics, and Transports
• Night shift schedule alternating 4x8 and 5x8 hour shifts from 1830-0300, totaling 72 hours per pay period
• Weekend rotation of every other Saturday and Sunday, approximately 3 weekends in a six-week block
• Epic charting system used
• Provide respiratory care across adult, pediatric, and neonatal populations including ARDS, aspiration, cystic fibrosis, and tracheostomy care
• Perform ventilator management including BiPAP, CPAP, high frequency oscillation, and weaning from mechanical ventilation
• Administer aerosolized and inhaled medications using various delivery systems
• Support neonatal and pediatric procedures such as high-risk deliveries, intubation assist, and neonatal transports
• Scrub color required: Dove Gray
• First-time travelers will be considered
• Candidates must reside more than 25 miles from the facility as local candidates are not accepted
• Former permanent staff must be separated from the facility for at least 9 months before returning as a traveler
• Maximum of 7 days RTO permitted, with no RTO allowed during the first 2 weeks of the assignment
• All RTO requests must be disclosed and approved at the time of submission
• Holiday coverage required as needed by the facility
• Lab work and Minnesota Livescan fingerprinting must be completed within 48 hours of contract signing, with fingerprinting done in person in Minnesota the Monday prior to the start date

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-751217

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