Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - $2,059 per week in Newport News, VA

Job Title: Registered Respiratory Therapist Profession: Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics Specialty: RRT Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Night 3x12-Hour Hours per Shift: 12 Experience: Minimum 3 years of experience License: Valid state license required Certifications: ACLS, BLS, RRT preferred; PALS and NRP if NICU experience is applicable Must-Have: Experience in Adult Critical Care, Emergency Department, and NICU Description: Night shift Registered Respiratory Therapist for an acute care environment. Required skills include proficiency in BiPAP, CPAP, high flow nasal cannula, arterial blood gas interpretation, extubation, and mechanical ventilation weaning.

Job Title: Registered Respiratory Therapist Profession: Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics Specialty: RRT Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Night 3x12-Hour Hours per Shift: 12 Experience: Minimum 3 years of experience License: Valid state license required Certifications: ACLS, BLS, RRT preferred; PALS and NRP if NICU experience is applicable Must-Have: Experience in Adult Critical Care, Emergency Department, and NICU Description: Night shift Registered Respiratory Therapist for an acute care environment. Will cover various units including ICU, ED, Medical-Surgical, and NICU if experienced. Must have experience in a Level II trauma center. Facility operates with 7 to 10 respiratory therapists depending on census. Candidates should possess expertise in BLS and ACLS certifications along with RRT and CRT credentials. PALS certification is preferred for those with NICU experience. Required skills include proficiency in BiPAP, CPAP, high flow nasal cannula, arterial blood gas interpretation, extubation, and mechanical ventilation weaning. Candidates should have knowledge of medications such as albuterol, atrovent, and tobramycin. Experience with specific procedures and equipment is necessary, including bronchoscopy and tracheostomy care. Ability to troubleshoot high pressure alarms is essential. Floating to various departments may be required based on facility needs.