What are the responsibilities and job description for the Travel Respiratory Therapist Registered Respiratory Therapist Job position at Healthforce?
Overview
Respiratory Therapist (Registered Respiratory Therapist) – Norfolk, Virginia, United States. This travel assignment starts December 28, 2026 and runs for 13 weeks. Weekly pay ranges from $1,656 to $1,772, with guaranteed hours of 35 per week. Shift is night-based: 3x12-hour nights from 7:00 pm to 7:00 am, with every other weekend. Setting: a skilled nursing facility seeking a dedicated respiratory care provider to support patient needs on a travel basis.
Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $1,656–$1,772 (per week)
- Guaranteed hours: 35 hours per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: Night shifts, 12-hour blocks (7:00 pm–7:00 am)
- Start date: December 28, 2026
- Setting: Skilled nursing facility (travel assignment)
- Assignment type: Travel - temporary
Responsibilities
- Assess and monitor residents’ respiratory status, implement orders, and adjust therapies as directed by the physician and protocols.
- Administer inhalation medications, perform airway clearance techniques, and provide oxygen and ventilatory support as indicated.
- Operate, troubleshoot, and maintain respiratory equipment (oxygen delivery, nebulizers, suction, and related devices) with adherence to safety guidelines.
- Document assessments, treatments, and patient responses in the appropriate health record system; communicate updates to the care team.
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team (nurses, physicians, and therapy staff) to develop and update care plans; educate residents and families about therapies as appropriate.
- Ensure strict adherence to infection control practices, patient safety standards, and facility policies during all respiratory care activities.
Requirements
- Active Respiratory Therapist license (state of Virginia)
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential or eligibility
- Ability to work night shifts in a skilled nursing environment
- Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy or higher
- CPR/BLS certification
- Willingness to travel and participate in a temporary assignment
Benefits and Support
- Guaranteed hours during the assignment (35 hours per week)
- Competitive weekly pay ($1,656–$1,772 per week)
- 13-week travel assignment
- Dedicated recruiter and travel support throughout the assignment
- Access to assignment coordination and credentialing assistance
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Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.
Respiratory Therapist (Registered Respiratory Therapist) – Norfolk, Virginia, United States. This travel assignment starts December 28, 2026 and runs for 13 weeks. Weekly pay ranges from $1,656 to $1,772, with guaranteed hours of 35 per week. Shift is night-based: 3x12-hour nights from 7:00 pm to 7:00 am, with every other weekend. Setting: a skilled nursing facility seeking a dedicated respiratory care provider to support patient needs on a travel basis.
Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $1,656–$1,772 (per week)
- Guaranteed hours: 35 hours per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: Night shifts, 12-hour blocks (7:00 pm–7:00 am)
- Start date: December 28, 2026
- Setting: Skilled nursing facility (travel assignment)
- Assignment type: Travel - temporary
Responsibilities
- Assess and monitor residents’ respiratory status, implement orders, and adjust therapies as directed by the physician and protocols.
- Administer inhalation medications, perform airway clearance techniques, and provide oxygen and ventilatory support as indicated.
- Operate, troubleshoot, and maintain respiratory equipment (oxygen delivery, nebulizers, suction, and related devices) with adherence to safety guidelines.
- Document assessments, treatments, and patient responses in the appropriate health record system; communicate updates to the care team.
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team (nurses, physicians, and therapy staff) to develop and update care plans; educate residents and families about therapies as appropriate.
- Ensure strict adherence to infection control practices, patient safety standards, and facility policies during all respiratory care activities.
Requirements
- Active Respiratory Therapist license (state of Virginia)
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential or eligibility
- Ability to work night shifts in a skilled nursing environment
- Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy or higher
- CPR/BLS certification
- Willingness to travel and participate in a temporary assignment
Benefits and Support
- Guaranteed hours during the assignment (35 hours per week)
- Competitive weekly pay ($1,656–$1,772 per week)
- 13-week travel assignment
- Dedicated recruiter and travel support throughout the assignment
- Access to assignment coordination and credentialing assistance
Find more opportunities
Interested in other openings? Visit https://healthforce.applytojob.com/apply to view additional opportunities with Healthforce Healthcare LLC.
Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.
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