Job Title
Travel: RRT Respiratory Therapist - Nights
Location
Cape Girardeau, MO | Acute Care
Schedule / Job Type
Contract | 13-Week Travel Assignment | Nights (6:00 PM – 6:30 AM) | Expected 36 hours/week
Key Responsibilities
- Perform direct patient care across all aspects of respiratory therapy in accordance with physician orders, serving Adult, Pediatric, and Neonatal patient populations
- Consult with physicians on the effectiveness of respiratory therapy and recommend adjustments as needed
- Act as an advanced resource for physicians and nursing staff on respiratory care best practices
- Adapt to float, call, and weekend requirements as directed by the facility
- Utilize EPIC EMR for documentation and patient management
- Night shift candidates must be available for a full week of day-shift orientation prior to beginning the assignment
Required Qualifications
- Active RRT (Registered Respiratory Therapist) license required
- BLS certification from AHA required
- ACLS certification from AHA required
- NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) certification required
- PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) certification required
- Minimum 4+ years of experience as a Respiratory Therapist
- Experience with Adult, Pediatric, and Neonatal patient populations required
- Flu vaccination (or approved exemption) required for assignments running November 1 through April 1; declinations are not accepted
Preferred Experience / Skills
- Critical care experience strongly preferred
- Familiarity with EPIC EMR
Why Join Us
- Work at a recognized acute care facility that has received notable hospital safety and quality accreditations, including certifications for cardiac and stroke care
- Enjoy your assignment in Cape Girardeau, MO — a vibrant river city offering outdoor parks, wineries, cultural attractions, and family-friendly entertainment