Travel Contract

Respiratory Therapist
Charleston, WV
Travel Nurses, Inc.
3x12 hrs

$2,007/week

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Overview

Start DateASAP
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay

$2,007/week

Benefits

Weekly pay
401k retirement plan
Life insurance

Qualifications

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Profile

Resume

Work Experience

Allied Health Professional (1 year)

Certifications

Basic Life Support

Other

1 Year Unit Experience Within the Last 3 Years

Description

Respiratory Therapist

Overview

Travel/Contract role in Charleston, West Virginia
Based in a Level IV Trauma Center with 838 staffed beds
Specialty area: Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics
Shift: 3x12, weekdays, some weekends, float
Start dates: orientations are every other Monday
First-timers accepted
Open to block scheduling, but not guaranteed
Local candidates considered within a 100-mile radius; facility will consider 75-100 miles
Pending state license accepted
Guaranteed hours: 72-80 per pay period

Required Qualifications

Valid Registered Respiratory Therapist license in West Virginia
Registered Respiratory Therapist (1 year of experience)
Registered Respiratory Therapist experience within the last year
ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support issued by American Heart Association
BLS - Basic Life Support issued by American Heart Association
Valid Drivers License
Social Security Card
7-year criminal background check within 30 days of start
SAM verification within 30 days of start
OIG verification within 30 days of start
Sex Offender Search within 30 days of start
State License 1 Verification within 30 days of start
NURSYS verification within 30 days of start
Physical exam within 1 year of start and updated annually
Annual fit testing
Tdap vaccination given after age 11
Negative TB test within 3 months of start, or negative chest X-ray if TB positive
Drug screen within 30 days of start
Flu vaccination, exemption, or medical exemption
COVID-19 vaccination proof or signed declination form
1 reference from a manager, supervisor, or charge nurse from a facility worked within 1 year of start
Annual skills checklist for the specialty

Preferred Qualifications

PALS for Peds
NALS for Peds

Clinical Experience

Critical Care
General Care
Adults and/or Peds

Schedule and Float

Weekdays, some weekends
Float as needed within scope
May float to sister facilities

Additional Notes

Scrub color provided
Cerner charting
Parking is free for travelers
On-call not required
RTO must be submitted two weeks before the next schedule and approved by the manager
Contract length: 13 weeks

Employer

Travel Nurses, Inc.

4.4rating(19 reviews)

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Ultrasound Technologist (Allied Health Professional)

5.0rating

Fantastic!

Marissa was great to work with and I look forward to working with her again on my next search

Review of Marissa Morgan on Feb 9, 2024

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About

Travel Nurses, Inc. is a nurse-founded and operated healthcare staffing agency connecting nurses and allied health professionals with opportunities nationwide. Since 1988, we’ve grown from supporting operating room teams in the Mid-South to serving a wide range of specialties across the country.

At our core, we believe healthcare professionals are the foundation of care. That belief drives everything we do, from how we support our clinicians to how we build long-term relationships.

We are committed to making travel simple, transparent and rewarding. With clear pay packages, dedicated recruiter support and a focus on career mobility, our clinicians can move forward with confidence.

Wherever your career takes you, you’ll never go alone.

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About Charleston, WV

As a Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist in Charleston, WV here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.

Weather

Average summer highs of 85°F and lows of 64°F.
Average winter highs of 42°F and lows of 24°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially in the downtown area.

Transportation

Car friendliness is high, as the city is designed for driving.
Public transportation options are limited.

Demographics

The population is diverse, with a mix of age ranges.
Common health issues include obesity and heart disease.
There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.

Things to Do

Charleston offers a variety of restaurants with diverse cuisines, vibrant art and music scenes, opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking and kayaking, and local sports events to enjoy.

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