Travel Respiratory Therapist Job

Job Overview

TLC Nursing Associates, Inc. is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RT) for travel assignments. The RT will be responsible for assessing, treating, and monitoring patients with respiratory disorders, working closely with healthcare teams to provide high-quality patient care. This role requires expertise in ventilation management, airway care, and pulmonary function testing.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients with acute and chronic respiratory conditions.
• Administer oxygen therapy, nebulizers, bronchodilators, and chest physiotherapy.
• Operate and manage ventilators, CPAP, and BiPAP machines.
• Perform arterial blood gas (ABG) analysis and interpret results.
• Assist in emergency airway management and resuscitation procedures.
• Educate patients and families on respiratory therapy techniques and disease management.
• Maintain compliance with infection control and patient safety protocols.

Qualifications

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

Benefits

• Competitive travel pay and stipends.
• Work with cutting-edge respiratory care technology.
• Opportunities for career growth and continuing education.
• Flexible contracts with potential for extensions.

Job Description

Are you a skilled Respiratory Therapist seeking a unique opportunity to showcase your expertise in Norfolk, Virginia? TLC Nursing has a rewarding 13-week travel healthcare assignment just for you! In this role, you will play a crucial part in providing specialized respiratory care to patients in need. As a Respiratory Therapist (RT) in Norfolk, Virginia, you will work closely with a dynamic healthcare team, utilizing your expertise to assess, treat, and care for patients with respiratory disorders. Your compassion and skills will make a difference in the lives of individuals in this vibrant coastal city. Join us at TLC Nursing, where we value our healthcare professionals and provide unparalleled support. Our nurse-founded agency offers 24/7 recruiter assistance, personalized career guidance, and assistance with housing and licensing to ensure you can focus on what you do best – delivering exceptional patient care. **Responsibilities:** - Conduct respiratory assessments and develop individualized care plans - Administer respiratory treatments and therapies as prescribed - Monitor and evaluate patient responses to therapy - Educate patients and their families on respiratory health management - Collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure comprehensive patient care **Weekly Pay: $1635.72** **Benefits:** - 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 - 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 Ready to take your Respiratory Therapist skills on a transformative travel healthcare assignment in Norfolk, Virginia? Apply now and embark on this exciting opportunity with TLC Nursing.