Registered Respiratory Therapist
Dubuque, IA
PRIDE Health
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,365/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
Respiratory Therapist
Overview
- Temp assignment in Dubuque, Iowa.
- Nights, 12-hour shifts.
- Contract length: 13 weeks.
- EMR: EPIC.
Unit / Coverage
- Must be able to work in all areas of the hospital, including ED, ICU, and neonatal areas.
- Equipment experience listed: Drager Vents, Airvo, V60s, and NKV-330s.
Required Qualifications
- Valid Registered Respiratory Therapist license in Iowa.
- Registered Respiratory Therapist with 2 years of experience.
- Registered Respiratory Therapist experience within the last year.
- Experience in an Acute Care or Hospital setting.
- Driver's License.
- ACLS issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
- BLS issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
- NRP.
- NBRC.
- Experience working with Neonate patients.
- Experience with Drager ventilators.
- Experience with heated high flow nasal cannula (HHFNC) ventilation.
- Experience with neonatal resuscitation.
Preferred
- NICU experience.
- Professional reference / reference check from within the last 24 months.
Additional Assignment Details
- Will accept a 1st time traveler.
- Contractor is required to work 1-2 of 3 upcoming holidays unless the unit is closed.
- Local candidates are not accepted; candidates must live at least 50 miles from the facility based on driver’s license.
- Past employees of UPH in certain roles are restricted from travel work in another market for 12 months, except those who previously worked travel at UPH.
Employer
PRIDE Health
60 nurses recommend working with PRIDE Health
Pros
Agency and recruiter are communicative and reach out a good amount after getting you started. Paid weekly.
Cons
Sometimes slow to get concerns addressed in a timely manner. Also can be sometimes overbearing with getting you to agree to contracts.
Recommends working with PRIDE Health
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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 Health 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, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Pride Health is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Fair Chance Employment
Pride Health is a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.
Accommodations
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.
Only applicable for San Francisco Candidates: Under the San Francisco Lactation in the Workplace Ordinance, we will provide written notice of lactation accommodation rights, and this notice will automatically be given upon hiring, any inquiry of parental leave or lactation accommodation.
Only applicable for Kentucky positions: For this type of employment, state law requires a criminal record check as a condition of employment. This applies to direct care staff (Examples: RN, LPN, Nurse Aides, Therapists) referred to Kentucky nursing facilities, assisted living communities, or long-term care facilities, in accordance with KRS 216.793.
About Dubuque, IA
As a Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist in Dubuque, IA here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Dubuque is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- In summer, average highs are around 82°F, and average lows are around 63°F.
- In winter, average highs are around 28°F, and average lows are around 10°F.
- Short term rentals are available in Dubuque, and they are relatively easy to find due to the city's size and housing availability.
- Dubuque is fairly car-friendly, with easy access to parking and minimal traffic congestion.
- Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.
- Dubuque has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include obesity and cardiovascular disease.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the presence of healthcare facilities in the area.
- Dubuque offers a variety of restaurants, including local eateries and popular chains.
- The city has a thriving arts and music scene, with galleries and live music venues.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy outdoor activities like hiking, biking, and water sports along the Mississippi River.
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