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 opportunity to expand your career horizons? TLC Nursing has a fantastic 14-week travel healthcare assignment waiting for you in the vibrant city of Columbus, Georgia.
As a Respiratory Therapist (RT) on this assignment, you will play a crucial role in providing top-notch respiratory care to patients in need. Your responsibilities will include conducting diagnostic tests, administering treatments, monitoring patient progress, and collaborating closely with the healthcare team to ensure the best possible outcomes for every individual under your care.
At TLC Nursing, we understand the unique needs of travel healthcare professionals like you. That's why we offer best-in-the-industry pay packages, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes a $25,000 life insurance policy effective from day one, medical, dental, and vision insurance starting the 1st of the month after hire, and paid time off that accrues from day one and becomes eligible after 1 year of employment.
Additionally, you'll have access to a 401(k) plan after 1 year of employment, with full vesting after 5 years, Aflac options for purchase, a rewarding referral program that offers payouts for referring other healthcare professionals, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that provides free, confidential services for you and your household through Invest EAP.
Join TLC Nursing, a company founded by nurses for nurses, and experience our TLC Culture firsthand. Benefit from 24/7 recruiter support, personalized career guidance, and assistance with housing and licensing to make your travel healthcare assignment a smooth and successful experience.
Ready to take the next step in your career as a Respiratory Therapist (RT)? Apply now and seize this incredible opportunity to make a difference while exploring all that Columbus, Georgia, has to offer.