Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - $2,081 per week in Walla Walla, WA

Job Title: Registered Respiratory Therapist Profession: Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics Specialty: RRT Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Night 3x12-Hour Hours per Shift: 12 hours (19:00 - 07:00) Experience: Minimum 1 year required License: Washington license in hand required Certifications: PALS, ACLS required; NRP preferred Must-Have: - Experience with adult critical care and pediatric critical care - Skills in ventilator management, extubation, and troubleshooting - Ability to float between units as needed Description: The registered respiratory therapist will float between units as required. The therapist will work with a diverse patient population including neonates, infants, pediatrics, adults, and geriatrics.

Job Title: Registered Respiratory Therapist Profession: Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics Specialty: RRT Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Night 3x12-Hour Hours per Shift: 12 hours (19:00 - 07:00) Experience: Minimum 1 year required License: Washington license in hand required Certifications: PALS, ACLS required; NRP preferred Must-Have: - Experience with adult critical care and pediatric critical care - Skills in ventilator management, extubation, and troubleshooting - Ability to float between units as needed Description: The registered respiratory therapist will float between units as required. Weekends will be required every other week. The therapist will work with a diverse patient population including neonates, infants, pediatrics, adults, and geriatrics. Common responsibilities include incentive spirometry, blood gas analysis, and managing ventilators. Therapists will participate in procedures such as C-sections, difficult deliveries, conscious sedation, and cardioversions. Knowledge of various aerosol therapies and emergency procedures is essential. Collaboration with interdisciplinary teams will be required, including physical therapy, pharmacy, and social services. This position will provide care to patients with a range of diagnoses, requiring strong clinical skills. The registered respiratory therapist should be adaptable and able to respond to high-pressure situations. Floating to other facilities may be necessary based on staffing needs. Applicants must possess the ability to meet the demands of a fast-paced healthcare environment.