Registered Respiratory Therapist
Omaha, NE
Jackson HealthPros
3x12 hrs

We’re hiring an experienced Respiratory Therapist for a local hospital in Omaha, NE where you will be responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the treatment, care, and needs of patients with breathing disorders.

Minimum Requirements:

• Associate or bachelor’s degree from a Respiratory Therapy or Cardiopulmonary Science program.
• Current state license in good standing with the State License Board.
• One year experience as an RRT.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) via NBRC required. CRT acceptable where specified by client; RRT preferred.
• BLS (AHA) certification required.
• ACLS certification required.
• Experience with EPIC charting system preferred.
• Experience across the lifespan: neonatal, pediatric, and adult patient populations required. Preferred experience with NRP and PALS.
• Clinical skills required: bedside bronchoscopy assistance, bedside spirometry, and EKG monitoring.
• Familiarity with ventilator and noninvasive equipment: Drager, Servo I, Carefusion ventilators; Vision, V60, V30, Respironics S/T BiPAP; Airvo2 high-flow systems preferred.
• Ability to float to different inpatient areas throughout the hospital in the RT capacity.
• Valid driver’s license required at time of submittal to confirm radius eligibility.
• Orientation: ability to complete 3 shifts of unit-specific orientation (12-hour shifts) and an additional 12 hours of orientation as indicated.
• Client requires recent Level 1 or Level 2 experience.
• Candidates must not be current full time, part time, or PRN employees of facilities associated with CommonSpirit (including CHI and/or Dignity) within a 50-mile radius.

Assignment Details

• Facility type: Hospital.
• Shift name: Nights.
• Shift pattern: 12-hour night shifts, team scheduling, typically 7p–7a (3x12 night rotation noted by client).
• Guaranteed hours: 36 hours per week.
• Weekend requirement: Nights every other weekend as scheduled.
• Holiday requirement: Rotate with permanent staff.
• Orientation: 3 unit-specific 12-hour shifts plus 12 orientation hours.
• Floating: Traveler will float to different inpatient areas as needed.
• Patient population: All ages, neonates through geriatrics, covering inpatient areas across the hospital.

Location Highlights

Omaha offers a mix of urban and riverside lifestyle with cultural and outdoor options within short drives. The Old Market district features restaurants and galleries within downtown Omaha and is about a 10–15 minute drive from central hospital locations. The Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge spans the Missouri River and connects to riverfront parks; the bridge is within a 10–20 minute commute from most central Omaha neighborhoods. Heartland attractions include Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium, located approximately 10–15 minutes from downtown and recognized for large exhibits and conservation programs. For outdoor recreation, Platte River and numerous state recreation areas such as Platte River State Park and Chalco Hills Recreation Area are within a 20–40 minute drive, offering trails, boating, and birding. Omaha supports an urban lifestyle with professional sports and performing arts: CHI Health Center and the Orpheum Theater host concerts and events typically within 10–20 minutes of downtown. Public transit options include Metro bus routes serving central and suburban neighborhoods with connections to major medical centers and downtown amenities.

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EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status.