Respiratory Therapist – Cardiopulmonary and Level 2 NICU
Glenwood Springs, CO
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs

Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Glenwood Springs, CO | 13-week hospital assignment; NBRC RRT and Colorado license required. Join a collaborative hospital respiratory therapy team supporting critical care and Level 2 NICU patients while enjoying the Rocky Mountains.

About the Location

Embark on your next travel assignment in beautiful Glenwood Springs, Colorado (81601). Nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountains, Glenwood Springs offers stunning mountain views, world-famous hot springs, and endless outdoor recreation. This travel respiratory therapist job places you in a vibrant community with strong hospital support and a collegial clinical team.

Job Details

• Assignment Type: Travel Respiratory Therapist
• Setting: Hospital – Respiratory Therapy Unit (including Level 2 NICU)
• Location: Glenwood Springs, CO 81601 — Colorado respiratory therapy jobs
• Start Date: May 5, 2026
• End Date: August 4, 2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Shifts: 3 x 12-hour night shifts per week, with on-call rotation
• Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,990 – $2,140 (competitive pay for travel respiratory therapist)
• Traveler Housing: Newly remodeled, fully furnished studio and one-bedroom apartments available half a block from the hospital (subject to availability)

Job Requirements / Qualifications

• NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential required (CRT not accepted)
• Minimum 5 years of Respiratory Therapy experience required; prior travel assignment experience required (no first-time travelers)
• Completion of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program
• Valid Colorado RRT license (DORA) in good standing
• Current American Heart Association certifications required: BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP (AAP)
• Experience across all age groups and acuity levels, including Neonatal and Pediatric patients (Level 2 NICU)
• Strong critical care and advanced ventilator management skills (mechanical ventilation, ventilator weaning, ABG interpretation)
• Must live at least 75 miles from the facility (radius rule applies)
• Submission of current resume, skill sheet, and all certifications required for credentialing

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care and diagnostic procedures for cardiopulmonary patients of all ages and acuity levels
• Deliver high-quality care in a hospital setting, including support in the Level 2 NICU
• Manage ventilators, perform advanced critical care respiratory interventions, and troubleshoot complex airway and breathing scenarios
• Respond to emergency situations and participate in the on-call rotation as needed
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (physicians, nurses, and allied health) to ensure optimal patient outcomes
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with hospital policies and regulatory standards

How to Apply

Ready to join our healthcare team? Apply now to be considered for this travel respiratory therapist assignment in Glenwood Springs, CO. Please submit your resume, completed skill sheet, and copies of all required certifications (NBRC RRT, Colorado license, BLS/ACLS/PALS/NRP). Join our team and bring your critical care and NICU respiratory expertise to a supportive hospital environment.

Apply now — submit your application and credentials today to secure this exciting Colorado travel respiratory therapist opportunity.

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