Registered Respiratory Therapist
Indianapolis, IN
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Nov 29, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist with 2+ years of experience for a 13-week night shift assignment at a Level 1 Trauma and Burn hospital.

Details

• 500+ bed hospital with Level 1 Pediatric and Adult Trauma and Burn designation
• Unit covers adult medical, trauma/neuro, burn, and cardiovascular critical care, as well as the Emergency Department
• Night shift hours from 19:00-07:30
• 13-week assignment length

Requirements

• BLS certification required (AHA or American Red Cross accepted)
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)
• Respiratory Care Practitioner license required if applicable
• Minimum 2 years of experience required
• High School diploma with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job-specific experience
• ACLS, NRP, and PALS certifications preferred
• Current license and primary source verification required within 30 days prior to start of assignment

Additional Information

• Evaluate and care for patients with respiratory insufficiencies
• Assess patients to determine appropriate type and frequency of treatment and develop care plans based on diagnosis
• Implement and monitor patient care plans and respiratory equipment
• Perform advanced respiratory care modalities and evaluate treatment outcomes
• Educate patients and families about health conditions and available community support programs
• Respond to emergency resuscitation team codes
• Work independently using critical thinking and decisive judgment in a fast-paced, stressful environment
• Follow Standard Precautions using required personal protective equipment
• Accepts local candidates, though a radius rule may apply affecting pay rate eligibility