Registered Respiratory Therapist
Fredericksburg, VA
PRIDE Health
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$1,760/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- 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 Title
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Respiratory Therapy
Location
Virginia, Fredricksburg
Employment Type
Travel Contract (13 weeks)
Unit Information
- Unit: Respiratory
- Number of Beds: 140
- Patient Population: Adults and NICU (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit)
- Equipment Used: Hamilton C1, V60, Hamilton MR1 ventilators
- Documentation System: Meditech
- Scheduling: 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each, including every other weekend
- Dress Code: All black scrubs
Required Qualifications
- Valid Respiratory Care Practitioner license in Virginia
- Minimum 2 years of experience as a Respiratory Care Practitioner, including experience within the last year
- Experience working with neonate patients
- BLS (Basic Life Support) certification
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certification
- NBRC (National Board for Respiratory Care) certification
- PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) certification
Additional Information
- Preferred certifications such as NRP can be obtained after hire
- The unit uses advanced respiratory equipment and technology
- Patient care includes both adult and neonatal populations
- Schedule includes every other weekend coverage
Employer
PRIDE Health
57 nurses recommend working with PRIDE Health
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 Fredericksburg, VA
As a Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist in Fredericksburg, VA here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Fredericksburg, VA is slightly higher than the national average.
- Wages generally match up with the cost of living.
- Summer average highs: 87°F, average lows: 66°F.
- Winter average highs: 47°F, average lows: 28°F.
- Short term rentals are available, and they can be found with some effort.
- Many travel nurses opt for furnished apartments or extended stay hotels.
- Fredericksburg is car-friendly, but public transportation options are limited.
- Having a car is recommended for getting around.
- The city has a diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues include allergies and respiratory conditions due to pollen.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the presence of healthcare facilities.
- Explore the historic district, visit the Fredericksburg & Spotsylvania National Military Park, Ferry Farm, enjoy local restaurants, art galleries, and outdoor activities along the Rappahannock River.
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