Job Description
Job Overview
TLC Nursing Associates, Inc. is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RT) for travel assignments . The RT will be responsible for assessing, treating, and monitoring patients with respiratory disorders , working closely with healthcare teams to provide high-quality patient care. This role requires expertise in ventilation management, airway care, and pulmonary function testing .
Responsibilities
- Evaluate and treat patients with acute and chronic respiratory conditions .
- Administer oxygen therapy, nebulizers, bronchodilators, and chest physiotherapy .
- Operate and manage ventilators, CPAP, and BiPAP machines .
- Perform arterial blood gas (ABG) analysis and interpret results.
- Assist in emergency airway management and resuscitation procedures .
- Educate patients and families on respiratory therapy techniques and disease management .
- Maintain compliance with infection control and patient safety protocols .
Qualifications
- Education: Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program .
- Certification:
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) from the NBRC.
- Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS (as required per facility).
- Experience: Minimum 1-2 years of clinical experience in respiratory therapy.
- Skills:
- Expertise in ventilator management, ABG interpretation, and airway clearance techniques .
- Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills .
- Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
- Travel Readiness: Willing to relocate temporarily for travel assignments.
Benefits
- Competitive travel pay and stipends .
- Work with cutting-edge respiratory care technology .
- Opportunities for career growth and continuing education .
- Flexible contracts with potential for extensions .
Job Description
Are you a skilled Respiratory Therapist seeking an exciting travel healthcare assignment in Broadview Heights, Ohio? TLC Nursing has a fantastic opportunity for a Respiratory Therapist (RT) to embark on a 13-week journey in this vibrant location.
As a Respiratory Therapist, you will play a crucial role in assessing, treating, and caring for patients with breathing disorders. Your responsibilities will include conducting diagnostic tests, administering respiratory treatments, monitoring patient progress, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary healthcare team to ensure optimal patient care.
This travel healthcare assignment offers a competitive weekly pay of $1649.5, along with the opportunity to work 36.0 guaranteed hours per week. TLC Nursing provides best-in-the-industry pay packages, a $25,000 life insurance policy effective from day one, and comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance available starting the 1st of the month after hire.
Join our team and enjoy additional benefits such as paid time off accrued from day one, eligibility for 401(k) after 1 year of employment, Aflac options for employee purchase, and a referral program with payouts for referring other healthcare professionals. Additionally, our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offers free, confidential services for you and your household via Invest EAP.
At TLC Nursing, we pride ourselves on our TLC Culture, providing 24/7 recruiter support, personalized career guidance, and assistance with housing and licensing. As a nurse-founded organization, we are dedicated to supporting healthcare professionals every step of the way.
Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your career as a Respiratory Therapist through a fulfilling travel healthcare assignment in Broadview Heights, Ohio. Apply now to take the next step in your professional journey with TLC Nursing.
Job Tags
Weekly pay, Relocation, Flexible hours