Respiratory Therapist
Lafayette, IN
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Oct 5, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist with Level 3 NICU experience for a day shift position requiring ACLS, PALS, BLS, and NRP certifications.

Details

• Respiratory Care unit within a 160-bed hospital staffed by 32 respiratory therapists
• Covers ICU, Med Surg, ER, and Level 3 NICU patient populations
• Day shift schedule of 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM on a 3x12 basis, totaling 36 hours per week
• Works every other weekend (Saturday and Sunday)
• No on-call requirements
• Uses ventilators including PB and Drager V500, Aerogen nebulizers, V60 BiPAP, HHFNC, Hamilton C-transport, Oscillator, Jet, Nitric, and Bubble CPAP
• Utilizes Epic EMR

Requirements

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential required
• BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of recent experience in respiratory therapy
• Level 3 NICU experience required
• Acute care experience in Med Surg, ER, and ICU settings
• Experience managing BiPAPs, ventilators, and Heated High Flow units
• Experience assisting with intubations and bedside bronchoscopies
• Proficient EMR charting skills
• License required if applicable
• No employment gaps of 90 days or more within the past 12 months

Additional Information

• Assist with intubations and bedside bronchoscopies as part of daily responsibilities
• Manage high patient loads and higher acuity cases with strong time management skills
• Work independently and proactively within a Level 3 NICU setting
• Join a long-tenured, experienced staff in a cohesive, family-oriented environment
• Work in a new, state-of-the-art hospital facility
• Pewter gray scrub color required
• Local candidates within a 50-mile radius are accepted