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 Carbondale, Illinois? TLC Nursing has a rewarding opportunity for you to showcase your expertise and compassion in a new and dynamic environment. As a Respiratory Therapist (RT) on this 13-week assignment, you will play a crucial role in providing top-notch care to patients in need. Your responsibilities will include conducting diagnostic tests, administering treatments, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes. This travel healthcare assignment in Carbondale, Illinois, offers you the chance to make a real difference while exploring a vibrant community in the heart of the Midwest. At TLC Nursing, we understand the unique demands of travel healthcare professionals like you. Our nurse-founded agency provides round-the-clock recruiter support, personalized career guidance, and assistance with housing and licensing, ensuring that you can focus on what you do best – delivering exceptional patient care. In addition to the fulfilling work you'll be doing, this assignment comes with a competitive weekly pay of $2056.0, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes: - 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 Don't miss this opportunity to take your career to new heights with TLC Nursing. Apply now to embark on this exciting travel healthcare assignment and be part of a team that values your skills and dedication.