Respiratory Therapist (Adult/Pediatric/NICU)
Boise, ID
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,220/weekOverview
- Start Date05/18/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration1 weeks
- SettingHospital
Pay
Benefits
- Referral bonus
- School loan reimbursement
- Vision benefits
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Company provided housing options
- License and certification reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Medical benefits
- Mileage reimbursement
- Pet insurance
- Discount program
- Employee assistance programs
- Guaranteed Hours
- Health savings account
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Continuing Education
- Dental benefits
Description
Respiratory Therapist Travel Assignment - Boise, Idaho
Job Details
- Location: Boise, Idaho
- Assignment Length: 13 weeks
- Shift: Nights (7:00 PM – 7:30 AM)
- Hours: 12 hours per shift, approximately 36 hours per week
- Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
- Holiday Requirement: Required to work if scheduled during holidays
- Call Requirement: No call or standby call
- Floating: May float to nearby medical centers in Meridian and Nampa
- Orientation: Typically 2-3 shifts of unit/department-specific orientation depending on areas covered (Adult floor, Pediatrics, NICU, Adult ICU)
- Dress Code: Any clean and professional scrub color
Patient Population & Unit Coverage
- Adult patients on all floors
- Pediatric patients (Peds)
- Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Level III
- Respiratory Therapists for Pediatric floors also cover adults; Adult floor RTs do not cover Pediatrics
- Inpatient care only
Equipment & Procedures
- Ventilators: Draeger (adults), Servo U (pediatrics)
- Other equipment: V60 BiPAPs, Vapotherm high flow, Optiflow (NICU/PICU), Philips Cough Assist, ResMed home CPAP, HillRom Vest and Metaneb machines
- Manage all respiratory therapy equipment, treatments, transport, and arterial blood gases (ABGs)
- No EKG responsibilities
- Assist with intubations; independent intubation not required
- NICU coverage requires knowledge of NAVA (Naturally Adjusted Ventilatory Assist) on Servo ventilators
Required Certifications
- Adults: BLS, ACLS
- Pediatrics: BLS, PALS
- NICU: BLS, NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)
- RRT certification preferred; CRT accepted with experience
Experience Requirements
- RRT: Minimum 2-3 years of experience
- CRT: Minimum 3-5 years of experience
- First-time travelers are acceptable
- NICU experience required if covering NICU patients
Staffing & Support
- Lead Respiratory Therapist on each shift covering Emergency Department, daily staffing, and acting as a resource
- Manager and Supervisor available during daytime hours
- Typically 15-20 RTs on day shifts and 10-12 on night shifts; traveler will not be the only RT in-house
- Hospitalist and Intensivist coverage 24/7
Note: Candidates must reside outside a 50-mile radius of the facility to be eligible for this assignment.
Employer
Host Healthcare
227 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare
Pros
I've been working with Host Healthcare since September 2024. I've been doing travel nursing with a couple of different contracts and what makes Host so unique is that the recruiters really have your back and are there to support you! I instantly connected with Lauren when we first spoke. She's patient, sweet and really advocates for what YOU want! Shes readily available if you have any questions. Her calm demeanor and freindliness makes everyone feel like she's their best freind! Glad to have Lauren as a freind and a recruiter!
Cons
None
Recommends working with Host Healthcare
At Host Healthcare, we provide a truly comfortable experience as you explore your travel nursing, therapy, or allied career. We make your travel healthcare journey easy by taking care of all the details, so you don’t have to.
We are on a mission to help others live better and we do this by helping the healers of the world be as comfortable as possible. With access to tens of thousands of travel nursing, therapy, and allied jobs in all 50 states, our responsive and friendly recruiters find your dream position based on what’s important to you.
During your assignment, get access to premium benefits, including Day 1 medical that continues up to 30 days between assignments, 401K matching, travel reimbursements, dedicated housing support, and more. We also offer 24/7 support from our team and access to our on-staff clinicians so you can feel comfortable and confident throughout your entire assignment.
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About Boise, ID
As a Travel Respiratory Therapist in Boise, ID here's what you should know:- Boise's cost of living is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the cost of living, providing a good balance for residents.
- Boise experiences hot summers with average highs around 90°F and cold winters with average lows around 20°F.
- It also gets around 20 inches of snow per year.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Boise, and they are relatively easy to find, especially in popular areas.
- Boise is fairly car-friendly with easy navigation and ample parking.
- Public transportation options include buses and a downtown Boise circulator.
- Boise has a diverse population with a mix of different ethnicities.
- The age range is varied, with a growing population of young professionals and families.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the high pollen count.
- Boise has a large population of travel nurses due to its thriving healthcare industry.
- Boise offers a vibrant food scene with a variety of restaurants, including farm-to-table dining.
- It also has a thriving art and music community, with numerous galleries, live music venues, and music festivals.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy outdoor activities like hiking, biking, and skiing in the nearby mountains.
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