Travel Respiratory Therapist
East Chicago, IN
HumanEdge Travel Healthcare
5x8 hrs

Travel Respiratory Therapist (RT) – Nights

East Chicago, IN
Start: ASAP
Schedule: 3x12s | Nights

We are seeking a dedicated Travel Respiratory Therapist (RT) for a 13-week assignment in East Chicago, Indiana. This role provides high-quality respiratory care in a long-term acute care setting, with a strong focus on patient assessment, therapy, and clinical decision-making.

Key Responsibilities:

• Evaluate patients and recommend individualized respiratory treatment plans.

• Administer routine and complex respiratory treatments including:

  • Invasive/non-invasive ventilation

  • Aerosol and nebulizer therapies

  • Oxygen therapy

  • Chest physiotherapy and suctioning (nasal, oral, tracheal)

• Perform arterial blood gas (ABG) analysis, 12-lead EKG, PFTs (NIF, VC), and capnography monitoring.

• Assist in procedures such as bronchoscopy, chest tube placement, and tracheostomy care.

• Set up and operate ventilatory equipment; troubleshoot and perform basic maintenance.

• Educate patients and families about respiratory care upon discharge.

• Collaborate closely with physicians and the care team to evaluate and adjust treatment.

• Document all interventions and patient responses per hospital policy.

• Maintain proper shift-to-shift handoffs and charge documentation.

Requirements:

• Active Respiratory Therapist license (IN or compact)

• BLS and ACLS certification required

• Strong clinical skills in an acute or LTAC setting

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

• Previous travel or critical care experience preferred

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