Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
Asheville, NC
PRIDE Health
5x8 hrs, Evenings
Referral Bonus
$2,350/weekOverview
- Start Date05/18/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftEvenings
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Weekly pay
- Holiday Pay
- Guaranteed Hours
- 401k retirement plan
- Cancelation protection
- Referral bonus
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
Description
Job Opportunity: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
Location
- Asheville, North Carolina
Employment Type
- Travel contract
- Contract length: 13 weeks
Unit Information
- Department: Respiratory Services
- Location: Main Respiratory Therapy department, Mission Campus
- Number of beds: 854
- Number of staff: 120 respiratory therapists
- Shift staffing:
- Day shift: 15-20 RRTs for adult service lines, 3-4 RRTs for NICU/Pediatric service lines
- Night shift: 12-16 RRTs for adult service lines, 3-4 RRTs for NICU/Pediatric service lines
- Patient ratios: 10 to 25 patients per therapist
- Equipment used:
- GE R860 Adult ventilators
- Draeger Infant/Pediatric ventilators
- Newport HT70 transport ventilator
- V60 Non-invasive device
- Vapotherm and Comfort Flow high flow oxygen devices
- Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system: Cerner
- Floating assignments: All critical care units and floors
- Dress code: Medium Gray/Pewter scrubs
- Weekend requirement: At least 4 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule
Required Qualifications
- Valid Respiratory Care Practitioner license in North Carolina
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential (NBRC)
- Minimum of 1 year of recent experience as a Respiratory Care Practitioner
- Certifications:
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
Preferred Qualifications
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification
Typical Procedures and Responsibilities
- Provide respiratory care across adult, neonatal, and pediatric populations
- Work in critical care settings with advanced ventilator management and respiratory support devices
Work Hours
- Approximately 36 hours per week
This position is ideal for experienced RRTs seeking a travel opportunity in a high-acuity, well-equipped hospital environment with a strong focus on critical care respiratory services.
Employer
PRIDE Health
57 nurses recommend working with PRIDE Health
Pros
Gargi was the first one to take a chance on me and land me an interview with a company. She is adept in science and took an interest in my specialty background. I am excited about the oppurtunities and not being dismissed for not having any generalist experience, despite nearly a decade of professional skill building within a reference laboratory.
Cons
None
PRIDE Health is the minority-owned healthcare recruitment division of Pride Global—an integrated human capital solutions and advisory firm. With our robust and abundant travel nursing and allied health employment options across the U.S., PRIDE Health will allow you to help change the way the world lives and heals as it connects you with the industry’s leading healthcare organizations.
Pride Global offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.
About Asheville, NC
As a Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist in Asheville, NC here's what you should know:- Slightly below the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages may be slightly lower than in some larger cities, but they generally match up well with the cost of living.
- Average summer highs around 84°F and lows around 63°F.
- Winter highs average around 47°F with lows around 28°F.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially in the downtown area.
- Car friendliness with easy access to highways and parking.
- Limited public transportation options, so a car is recommended for getting around.
- Asheville is known for its diversity and has a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the abundance of pollen in the area.
- There is a large population of travel nurses due to the presence of several healthcare facilities.
- Abundance of restaurants, vibrant art and music scenes, various sports activities, and ample outdoor opportunities such as hiking, camping, and river activities.
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