Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
New Brunswick, NJ
Access Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
$2,462/weekOverview
- Start Date08/03/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Qualifications
- Allied Health Professional (2 years)
- Registered Respiratory Therapist, Respiratory Care Practitioner or Respiratory Therapist (2 years)
Description
Job Opportunity: Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Travel/Contract
Location
- New Brunswick, New Jersey
Employment Type
- Travel/Contract
Contract Length
- 13 weeks
Shift Details
- Night shift
- 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 PM to 7:30 AM)
- Every other weekend required (Friday/Saturday)
Patient Population
- Adult and pediatric patients
Work Environment and Floating
- Floating between PICU, Emergency Department, and Adult Critical Care units
- Additional float units possible based on skill set and hospital needs
Required Experience
- Minimum 1.5 years of experience as a Respiratory Therapist
- PICU/NICU experience highly preferred
- First-time travelers are accepted (prior travel experience not required)
Required Licenses and Certifications
- New Jersey Respiratory Therapist License
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) certification
Preferred Certifications (can be obtained onsite)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
Clinical Skills and Procedures
- Blood gas analysis
- Ventilator, BiPAP, and High Flow initiation and management
- Code response participation
- In-house patient transport
- Medication administration
- Chest physiotherapy
Equipment Experience
- Servo I ventilators
- V60 BiPAP machines
Documentation System
- EPIC electronic health record
Required Pre-Employment and Ongoing Compliance
- Government-issued photo ID and driver's license (must match license name)
- Criminal background check within 30 days of start (including alias and multi-level searches)
- Drug screen within 30 days of start (10-panel urine test)
- Negative TB test or chest X-ray per facility protocol
- Physical exam within the last 12 months confirming fitness for duty and communicable disease free
- Respiratory medical clearance and on-site fit testing (annual requirement)
- Influenza vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption annually
- Required health immunizations and titers: Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Hepatitis B, Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap
- Color vision screening if job tasks require color discrimination
- Completion of required competency exams including medication/pharmacology, dysrhythmia/EKG, and IV therapy (as applicable)
- Pass/fail testing for EKG and medication knowledge with remediation policy
- Annual education sign-off and facility-specific orientation requirements
- References: Two within last 2 years, including at least one managerial reference
- Employment application or resume with 7 years of work history and verification of prior employment (minimum 1 year verified for NJ candidates)
Requirements/Qualifications
- Valid Respiratory Therapist license in New Jersey
- Minimum 1.5 years of Respiratory Therapist experience
- Respiratory Therapist experience within the last year
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) certification
Time Off Policy
- All requested time off must be submitted with application and approved prior to offer
This summary includes all key information relevant to healthcare recruiters and respiratory therapists considering this travel contract opportunity.
Employer
Access Healthcare
1 nurse recommends working with Access Healthcare
Pros
Marigold is polite and professional. She goes above and beyond to ensure the contractor is well informed and has everything needed to be successful. She helped me with onboarding and getting used to the timesheet app and she answers my texts promptly, even after hours. She is a great recruiter liason. Gladys was a super helpful with onboarding and Denise will hook you up with benefits with no trouble at all. Great team to work with.
Cons
Onboarding is somewhat tedious, but they do dot every "i" and cross every T.
Recommends working with Access Healthcare
2 nurses found this helpful
Access Healthcare aims to provide superior service to our nursing family by providing around the clock support, competitive pay packages and an unmatched benefits package! Unlike other agencies, we offer a true family feel and work with you to find the placement that is right for you. We offer one of the top leading pay packages in the industry and we are ready to get you the money you deserve!
Access Healthcare was founded by two travel nurses, Danielle and Diego, who had a dream and a shared vision of creating an agency which all nurses would want to work with. Our passion has led us to where we are today as one of the top 10 agencies in our home state of New Jersey, with access to contracts in all 50 states! We encourage you to join our team and we cannot wait to get to know you!
About New Brunswick, NJ
As a Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist in New Brunswick, NJ here's what you should know:- Slightly higher than the national average, with housing costs being the primary contributor.
- Wages generally match the higher cost of living.
- Summer average highs of 85°F and lows of 65°F.
- Winter average highs of 40°F and lows of 25°F.
- Short term rentals are available but may require some searching.
- Many furnished apartment complexes cater to short term renters.
- Car friendliness is moderate, with traffic congestion during peak hours.
- Public transportation options include buses and trains for commuting within and outside the city.
- Diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues include diabetes, heart disease, and asthma.
- New Brunswick has a large population of travel nurses due to the presence of major medical centers.
- Abundance of restaurants offering diverse cuisines.
- Rich art and music scene with theaters and live music venues.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy college games and local recreational activities.
- Nearby outdoor activities include parks and nature reserves for hiking and relaxation.
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