RRT - Respiratory Therapy
Fredericksburg, TX
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Nov 23, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist for a night shift role covering ER, ICU, L&D, and Med Surg units, requiring PALS and NRP certifications.

Details

• 24-bed Med Surg unit with respiratory therapists covering the entire hospital including L&D, ER, ICU, and Med Surg
• Night shift staffed with 1-2 therapists; day shift staffed with 2 therapists
• 7P-7A shift schedule
• Weekend coverage required on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays
• Holiday coverage required including Christmas Eve and Christmas Day
• Uses ventilators, BiPAPs, high flow nasal cannulas, nebulizers, EKG, and ABG equipment
• Charts in Meditech Expanse EMR
• Performs nebulizer treatments, invasive and non-invasive ventilation, intubation assists, EKGs, ABGs, and inpatient transports
• Floats to all house units including L&D, ER, ICU, and Med Surg

Requirements

• RRT license required (license required if applicable)
• Minimum 2 years of experience required; 5+ years highly recommended
• PALS and NRP certifications required
• ACLS certification preferred
• ER, ICU, and L&D experience required with ability to work independently
• Must be able to work alone and cover multiple departments
• No gaps in work history exceeding 90 days within the past 12 months

Additional Information

• Works as part of a teamwork-centered respiratory care team
• Ideal candidate is a self-starter who enjoys helping others and working independently
• Hunter green scrub attire required
• Accepts first-time travelers
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility; no local candidates accepted