Travel Respiratory Therapy Technician in Council Bluffs, IA

Key Responsibilities Perform 30–40 respiratory treatments and patient checks per shift across inpatient and outpatient settings including the ER, ICU, floors, pediatrics, L&D, nursery, sleep lab, OR, and PACU. Provide respiratory care for a diverse patient population including adults, pediatrics, and newborns with conditions such as STEMI, CVA, EKOS, arrest, and IABP.

Job Title

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Location

Council Bluffs, IA

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Days | Full-Time | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Perform 30–40 respiratory treatments and patient checks per shift across inpatient and outpatient settings including the ER, ICU, floors, pediatrics, L&D, nursery, sleep lab, OR, and PACU
• Provide respiratory care for a diverse patient population including adults, pediatrics, and newborns with conditions such as STEMI, CVA, EKOS, arrest, and IABP
• Draw arterial blood gases (ABGs) and occasionally perform EKGs
• Assist with intubation procedures as needed
• Operate and manage respiratory equipment including ventilators, CPAP, BiPAP, and high-flow devices
• Rotate weekend and holiday coverage with permanent staff; every other weekend required

Required Qualifications

• Active Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications
• Current PALS certification
• Minimum of 1 year of clinical respiratory therapy experience
• Experience with ventilator management across adult, pediatric, and neonatal populations

Preferred Experience / Skills

• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) certification preferred
• Experience with respiratory equipment including Drager, A40, LTV, Avea, V-60, and Vapotherm devices
• Prior experience in a high-acuity setting with STEMI, CVA, or critical care patients

Why Join Us

• Work in a well-supported environment with hospitalist and intensivist coverage available 24/7
• Structured 2-day department-specific orientation to set you up for success, with no floating to sister campuses required