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Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Acute Care Hospital in Fargo, ND

Explore a 13-week travel respiratory therapist job in Fargo, North Dakota, supporting patients in a high-acuity, Level I trauma hospital environment. Join a collaborative respiratory therapy team as a Registered Respiratory Therapist who works independently, responds confidently to rapid changes in patient condition, and communicates effectively with physicians, nurses, and other members of the interdisciplinary care team.

Located in the welcoming city of Fargo, this acute care respiratory therapy opportunity offers access to a vibrant Midwestern community known for its parks, local dining, arts and cultural attractions, and convenient amenities.

Travel Respiratory Therapist Job Details

• Location: Fargo, North Dakota
• Healthcare Setting: Acute care hospital; Level I trauma environment
• Assignment: 13 weeks
• Start Date: November 2, 2026
• End Date: February 1, 2027
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,830–$1,970
• Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12-hour rotating day and night shifts, including every other weekend and holidays
• Scheduling Options: Straight weekend or straight night availability may be considered; opportunities to pick up additional shifts may be available
• Charting System: Epic
• Orientation: Respiratory therapy lab orientation followed by preceptor shifts
• Dress Code: Steel gray scrubs

Registered Respiratory Therapist Job Requirements

• At least 2 years of recent respiratory therapy experience
• Recent experience in a Level I trauma and intensive care setting
• Experience in a hospital with 300 or more beds preferred
• Emergency department respiratory therapy experience preferred
• Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential through the NBRC preferred; Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) candidates may be considered
• Current BLS certification through the American Heart Association
• Current North Dakota respiratory care license, or willingness to apply promptly after accepting an offer
• Strong clinical judgment, adaptability, teamwork, and communication skills

Respiratory Therapist Responsibilities

• Perform respiratory assessments, develop or follow respiratory protocols, and provide therapeutic interventions for patients with cardiopulmonary disorders
• Conduct arterial punctures and blood gas analysis
• Manage invasive ventilation, noninvasive ventilation, high-flow oxygen therapy, and other advanced respiratory support modalities
• Administer respiratory medications and provide airway clearance therapies
• Assist with intubations, bedside tracheostomy placement, bronchoscopy, tracheostomy changes, decannulation, and extubations
• Participate in emergency response teams, intensive care rounds, and patient intrahospital transport
• Support patients across adult, pediatric, neonatal, emergency, intensive care, operating room, and post-anesthesia care areas as assigned
• Float among nearby care sites in the Fargo area when needed
• Educate patients, families, and members of the healthcare team regarding respiratory care and treatment plans
• Document care accurately in Epic and collaborate closely with the interdisciplinary team

Apply now for this travel Registered Respiratory Therapist opportunity and join an experienced healthcare team in Fargo, North Dakota.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.