Respiratory Therapist
Omaha, NE
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$1,485/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
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
Job Overview
- Travel assignment in Omaha, Nebraska
- Start: ASAP
- Contract length: 13 weeks
- Shift: Days
- Hours: 36 per week
- 12-hour shifts
Required Qualifications
- Valid Respiratory Therapist license in Nebraska
- Respiratory Therapist (1 year of experience)
- Respiratory Therapist experience within the last year
- ACLS
- BLS
- PALS
Key Responsibilities
- Cover all patient care areas
- Draw ABGs
- Occasionally perform EKGs
- Assist with intubations
Schedule
- Self-scheduling
- Every 3rd weekend
- Holidays rotate with permanent staff
- Call is not typically required; response time is 30 minutes if called
Patient Population / Clinical Setting
- Mainly adults
- Some pediatric patients in the ER
- Neonates may also be included
- Supports respiratory care for CRRT, IABP, CABG/AVR/MVR, TAVR, and lung surgical patients
Orientation
- 2-day department orientation
Additional Notes
- Scrub color: Maroon / wine burgundy
- Respiratory equipment includes Drager, LTV, I-vent, V-60, and Vapotherm
- In-house hospitalist and intensivist coverage is available 24/7
- PPE mentioned: PAPR, CAPR, and N95
Employer
Host Healthcare
267 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare
Pros
Personalised one to one recruiter experience. Amazing responsiveness Kind Knowledgeable I can’t say enough positive things about Host Healthcare & my recruiter Johnathan!
Cons
None! Well maybe to have more recruiters like mine!
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.
Travel comfortably with Host Healthcare.
About Omaha, NE
As a Travel Respiratory Therapist in Omaha, NE here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Omaha is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living, providing good value for residents.
- Omaha experiences hot summers with average highs around 86°F and average lows around 65°F.
- Winters are cold with average highs around 33°F and average lows around 14°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Omaha, with a variety of options available for travel nurses.
- Omaha is car-friendly, with well-maintained roads and highways.
- Public transportation options include buses and a limited light rail system.
- Omaha has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the city's healthcare facilities.
- Omaha offers a vibrant food scene with a variety of restaurants serving diverse cuisines.
- The city has a thriving art and music community, with numerous galleries, live music venues, and performance spaces.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy local teams and outdoor enthusiasts can explore the nearby state parks and recreational facilities.
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