Travel Respiratory Therapist Registered Respiratory Therapist Job

Job Overview

TLC Nursing Associates, Inc. is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for travel assignments. The RRT will provide respiratory care treatments, manage ventilators, and assess patient conditions in various healthcare settings. This role requires technical expertise, critical thinking, and compassionate patient care.

Responsibilities

• Assess, treat, and monitor patients with respiratory disorders.
• Administer oxygen therapy, nebulizers, and other respiratory treatments.
• Operate and maintain ventilators and life-support equipment.
• Perform arterial blood gas (ABG) analysis and adjust treatments accordingly.
• Educate patients and families on respiratory health and disease management.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and healthcare teams.
• Ensure compliance with safety and infection control protocols.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
• Certification:
  • Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from the NBRC.
  • Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS (as required per facility).
• Experience: Minimum 1-2 years of clinical experience in respiratory care.
• Skills:
  • Expertise in mechanical ventilation, oxygen therapy, and airway management.
  • Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Travel Readiness: Willing to relocate temporarily for travel assignments.

Benefits

• Competitive travel pay and stipends.
• Access to advanced respiratory care technology.
• Opportunities for continuing education and professional growth.
• Flexible contracts with potential extensions.

Job Description

Are you a skilled Registered Respiratory Therapist seeking an exciting travel healthcare assignment in Fort Myers, Florida? TLC Nursing is offering a fantastic opportunity for a Respiratory Therapist (RT) to join our team for a 14-week assignment. As a Registered Respiratory Therapist in Fort Myers, Florida, you will play a crucial role in providing advanced respiratory care to patients in a dynamic healthcare setting. Your responsibilities will include conducting diagnostic tests, managing ventilators, providing patient education on respiratory health, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to develop comprehensive treatment plans. At TLC Nursing, we understand the unique needs of travel healthcare professionals. Our nurse-founded agency provides 24/7 recruiter support, personalized career guidance, and assistance with housing and licensing, ensuring you have the support you need to succeed in your assignment. In addition to the rewarding work you'll do as a Respiratory Therapist (RT), TLC Nursing offers the following benefits to our valued team members: - Best in the Industry Pay Packages - $25,000 Life Insurance Policy – Effective from Day One - Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance – available the 1st of the month after hire - Paid Time Off – Accrued Day 1, eligible after 1 year of employment (unless required earlier by state law) - 401(k) – Available after 1 year of employment; fully vested after 5 years - Aflac – Available for employee purchase - Referral Program – Payouts for referring other healthcare professionals - EAP – Free, confidential services for employees and their households via Invest EAP If you are ready to take on a new challenge and make a difference in the lives of patients in Fort Myers, Florida, apply now to embark on this rewarding travel healthcare assignment with TLC Nursing.