Travel Respiratory Therapist - $1,448 per week

Travel Respiratory Therapist - $1,448 per week at TalentBurst, Inc summary:

The position is for a travel Respiratory Therapist responsible for pulmonary care of adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients in a hospital setting, performing diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory procedures. Candidates must hold an RCP license, BLS certification, and CRT credential, with 1-3 years of experience preferred. The role includes 12-hour night shifts for a 12-week assignment with possible temp-to-perm transition and requires adherence to hospital protocols and emergency response duties.

TalentBurst, Inc is seeking a travel Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Alexandria, Louisiana.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 11/09/2025
• Duration: 12 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Shift- 7P-7A

Requirements:

Experience

1. 1 - 3 years of experience preferred

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

1. RCP License in state of employment required-Louisiana
2. BLS required via American Heart Association
3. CERTIFIED Respiratory Therapist (CRT) by NBRC required

Type of patients on the unit: adult

Temp to perm is a possibility

Weekend Requirement: Every other weekendOn Call Requirement: NoneFloating Requirement / Locations: None

Summary:

Responsible for the pulmonary care of critical, non-critical, and chronically ill adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients under the direction of a physician with minimal supervision. Performs various technical and diagnostic respiratory therapy procedures in all areas of the hospital. Performs patient assessments and institutes respiratory care plans.

Responsibilities:

1. Meets expectations of the applicable One*** Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
2. Include, but are not limited to:
3. Emergency (Code Blue and White) response;
4. Airway management including nasotracheal & endotracheal suctioning;
5. Delivery of aerosolized drugs;
6. Ventilator management (i.e.: setup and operation);
7. Oral hygiene;
8. Airway retaining device placement and maintenance;
9. Airway support device management including BiPAP and CPAP devices;
10. Oxygen delivery devices and therapeutic monitoring;
11. Chest film analysis;
12. Bloodgas collection and analysis;
13. EKG analysis;
14. Accurate and complete documentation;
15. Cleaning and stocking of equipment and supplies as necessary;
16. Participate in CAP and JC surveys.
17. RRTs may function as Shift Leader or serve in the capacity of Team Leader.
18. Advanced practice skills may include:
19. Therapeutic gas management and monitoring, including INO and HeO2;
20. Pulmonary Function Testing;
21. Bronchoscopy assist;
22. Hemodynamic Monitoring;
23. Waveform analysis;
24. Nocturnal SpO2 evaluation (Desaturation Studies);

Job Requirements:

Education/Skills

1. See licensure and/or certification requirements

Experience

1. 2 3 years of experience preferred

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

1. RCP License in the state of employment required
2. BLS required
3. CRT thru the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) required

Work Schedule:

7PM - 7AM

Work Type:

Full Time

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Talent Burst Job ID #25-43863. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: 41101 - Travel: Certified Respiratory Therapist-NIGHTS

About TalentBurst, Inc

TalentBurst Health & Life Sciences is an established provider of healthcare workforce solutions, servicing healthcare facilities across the United States for over 15 years. As a Joint Commission Certified Agency, our commitment to quality, integrity, and exceptional service has made us a trusted name in the healthcare staffing landscape.

Our mission is to bridge the gap between healthcare professionals seeking fulfilling opportunities and healthcare organizations striving to maintain their high standards of care. We are committed to providing top-notch healthcare professionals with access to facilities where they can focus on delivering exceptional patient care and thrive.

Whether you're a nurse, allied health professional, or administrative personnel, we have the expertise to match your skills and aspirations with the perfect placement.

Keywords:

Respiratory Therapist, Travel Respiratory Therapist, Pulmonary Care, Ventilator Management, Certified Respiratory Therapist, RCP License, BLS Certification, Adult and Neonatal Care, Diagnostic Respiratory Procedures, Healthcare Staffing