Respiratory Therapist
Brownwood, TX
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights
$1,814/weekOverview
- Start Date11/16/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care112 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 16, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RRT or CRT) for a night shift position requiring 2+ years of experience in the service line and some neonatal experience.
Details
- 13-week travel assignment in the Respiratory/Neuro Diagnostics department
- Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts (6:00 PM - 6:00 AM)
- Weekend coverage included
- Cares for patients of all ages, including neonates
- Works in adult critical care, emergency department, LTAC, NICU, and pediatric critical care settings
- Performs ventilator management, airway management, pulmonary function testing, and medication delivery
- Charting system is Sunrise
Requirements
- RRT or CRT required
- Minimum 2 years of experience in the service line
- Current certifications: ACLS, BLS, CRT, NRP, PALS, RRT
- Experience with neonates required
- Community hospital experience preferred
- Altera charting experience preferred but not required
- Travel experience preferred
- License required if applicable
- License and certification verification required with submission
- Resume required for consideration
Additional Information
- Provides respiratory care across a wide range of patient populations including ARDS, aspiration, cystic fibrosis, COVID, and fresh tracheostomy cases
- Performs neonatal/pediatric procedures including CPAP/BIPAP, intubation assistance, and blood gas sampling
- Skilled in ventilator management, chest physiotherapy, ABG interpretation, and pulmonary hygiene
- Facility conducts its own drug screen upon arrival, including marijuana testing, with automatic cancellation for positive results
- Candidates should avoid CBD or other substances that could result in a positive drug screen upon arrival
- Clinicians must complete required lab items within 72 hours of accepting the offer or have a plan in place
- Previous perm staff must be separated from the facility for at least 1 year before returning as a traveler
- Local candidates not accepted; must reside outside a 50-mile radius for Allied positions
- Hard document due date is Thursday 2pm CST prior to start, with some flexibility if communicated in advance
- Modules are completed during orientation and are non-billable
Facility
Hendrick Medical Center Brownwood
Pros
Travel friendly, great staff, clean ER, everyone really helps out good team nursing skills. You will see snd learn alot at this ER. Night shift is were its at, great team.
Cons
High acuity and often short staffed. Very busy. Probably one of the hardest places ive worked but you see ALOT and use your skills!! Tired after every shift. Definitely not for the weak. You really need some experience to work here.
- Short Term Acute Care
- 112 beds
Employer
American Traveler
85 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Savannah was truly perfect. Knowledgeable, responsive, caring, informative, and honest. I didn’t feel like I was apart of a sales scheme. She truly put me at ease during the process. I felt like she had my back and would work to find me what I was looking for. I look forward to working with American Traveler in the future.
Cons
No cons
Recommends working with American Traveler
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With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.
About Brownwood, TX
As a Travel Respiratory Therapist in Brownwood, TX here's what you should know:- Lower than the national average, making it an affordable option for travel nurses.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Average summer highs in the 90s°F and winter lows in the 30s°F.
- Summers can be hot, and winters are relatively mild with occasional cold snaps.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, with options for furnished apartments and houses.
- Car friendliness is high, as Brownwood is a car-dependent city.
- Public transportation options are limited.
- The population is diverse, with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions due to the climate.
- There is a moderate population of travel nurses in the area.
- Plenty of local restaurants offering a variety of cuisines, occasional art and music events, opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking and fishing, and local sports events.
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