Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - $1,248 to $1,448 per week in Fort Pierce, FL

We’re hiring an experienced Respiratory Therapist for a local hospital in Fort Pierce, FL where you will be responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the treatment, care, and needs of patients with breathing disorders.

Minimum Requirements:

• Associate or bachelor’s degree from a Respiratory Therapy or Cardiopulmonary Science program.
• Current state respiratory therapist license in good standing.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential.
• BLS and ACLS certifications.
• Minimum 2 years of current acute care hospital RRT experience.
• Must have NICU experience. Candidates without NICU experience will not be considered.
• Experience with ventilators and respiratory equipment commonly used on the unit, including Servo I, Hamilton, V60, Astral devices, CPAP/BiPAP machines, administration of nebulizers, ABGs, and chest physiotherapy.
• Experience working in EMR systems; Meditech experience is preferred.
• Preferred: trauma experience.

Apply now and one of our recruiters will reach out with details to determine fit.

Assignment Details

• Facility type: Hospital.
• Primary specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist.
• Shift name: Nights.
• Shift hours: 1900-0700.
• Unit: Acute care respiratory/critical care environment supporting a 437-bed hospital.
• Typical team composition: nights staffed with supervisor and 8–10 RRTs per shift.
• Equipment used: Servo I ventilators, Hamilton ventilators, V60, Astral CPAP/BiPAP, ABG analyzers.

Location Highlights

Fort Pierce offers coastal and outdoor recreation with nearby state parks and barrier islands. Fort Pierce Inlet State Park is about 10 minutes from downtown and provides beach access and surf fishing, while Savannas Preserve State Park lies roughly 15-20 minutes north and features boat trails, canoe/kayak launches, and extensive birding. The city sits on the Indian River Lagoon, offering waterfront marinas, fishing charters, and a historic downtown waterfront district with museums and dining within a short drive. Commuting is generally suburban; major routes such as I-95 and US-1 provide regional access to nearby cities including West Palm Beach (about 45-60 minutes north) and Port St. Lucie (approximately 20-25 minutes south). The area fits a coastal, quieter lifestyle with outdoor and boating options for weekend adventure.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your commitment to patient care and provide benefits available to travelers starting day one.

• Weekly, on-time pay.
• Full medical benefits and 401k matching options.
• 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
• Competitive referral bonuses.
• 100% paid housing available.
• Travel and license reimbursement.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

As a health professional with our organization, you gain flexibility, stability, and growth with options for direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts. Find a role that fits your career goals and lifestyle. Thank you for your time and responsiveness. A recruiter will contact qualified applicants with next steps.

EEO Statement

Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.