Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
Aurora, CO
Jackson HealthPros
3x12 hrs
$1,190/weekOverview
- Start Date06/01/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
We’re hiring an experienced Respiratory Therapist for a hospital in Aurora, CO 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.
- Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential.
- Minimum 1 year current acute care RRT hospital experience, including ventilator and airway management.
- BLS, ACLS, and NRP certifications.
- Experience with Meditech EMR preferred.
- Familiarity with ventilator equipment such as Hamilton G5/C1/T1, V60, and Vyair Avea preferred.
- Pediatric (PEDS), NICU, or PICU experience preferred.
Assignment Details
- Facility type: Hospital.
- Unit: Respiratory Therapy.
- Shift Name: Nights.
- Shift Hours: 1900-0700.
- Typical responsibilities: ventilator management, airway management, and supporting acute care patient populations.
- Night staffing model: typically 1 charge and 5 staff on night shift.
Location Highlights
Discover Aurora, CO and nearby outdoor and cultural options. Aurora is adjacent to Denver and is approximately 15 miles from downtown Denver and about 20 miles from Denver International Airport, offering convenient regional transit options and highway access. The city provides access to Cherry Creek State Park with 3,900 acres of open space and a large reservoir about a 20–30 minute drive, and is within roughly 45–75 minutes of multiple trailheads into the Rocky Mountain National Park and Clear Creek Canyon for hiking and mountain activities. Aurora features cultural venues such as the Aurora Cultural Arts District and local dining districts, creating an urban-suburban lifestyle fit with accessible parks, recreational lakes, and family-oriented neighborhoods.
Apply now and one of our recruiters will reach out with details to see if this position aligns with your qualifications.
Benefits Designed for Travelers
We value your time and professionalism. Benefits are available starting your first day.
- Full medical benefits and 401k matching plan.
- 24/7 recruiter support via text, phone, or email.
- Competitive referral bonuses.
- 100% paid housing available.
- Travel and license reimbursement.
Impacting Patient Care Nationwide
As a health professional with our team, you get flexibility, stability, and growth opportunities with assignments across the country. Opportunities include direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts with support for relocation when applicable.
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. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all associates.
Employer
Jackson HealthPros
Jackson HealthPros™ provides highly skilled imaging, radiology, surgical, laboratory, and respiratory therapy professionals to healthcare organizations nationwide for short and long-term staffing needs. Part of Jackson Healthcare’s “Family of Staffing Companies" and ranked among the nation's largest in Healthcare Staffing, Jackson HealthPros™ is filling thousands of contracts and permanent positions every month. Make a real difference as a traveling healthcare pro at facilities nationwide that need your experience and expertise while enjoying your favorite locations. Leave the routine behind, earn competitive pay, meet new people, and build a standout resume—all while advancing your healthcare career. With our extensive network of exclusive jobs, we’ll help you achieve your career goals and fuel your passion for care with adventures of a lifetime. Jackson HealthPros™ is part of the Jackson Healthcare® family of companies.
About Aurora, CO
As a Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist in Aurora, CO here's what you should know:- Lower cost of living compared to the national average.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Average summer highs of 88°F and winter lows of 17°F.
- Options for short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find.
- Car friendliness is high, and public transportation options are available.
- Diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the high pollen count.
- Aurora has a large population of travel nurses.
- Plentiful and diverse local attractions including the Aurora History Museum, the Black American West Museum, and the Children's Museum of Denver at Marsico Campus.
- Fantastic food scene with restaurants like El Taco de Mexico, Sam's No 3 Diner, and La Sandia Mexican Kitchen & Tequila Bar.
- Outdoor activities include the Aurora Reservoir for fishing, boating, swimming, and ice skating in the winter, as well as over 50 miles of beautiful hiking trails.
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