Registered Respiratory Therapist
Columbia, MO
Slate Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
$1,780/weekOverview
- Start Date12/22/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Qualifications
- Resume
- Registered Respiratory Therapist, Respiratory Care Practitioner or Respiratory Therapist (2 years)
- At least 2 references
Description
In this role, you will provide critical respiratory care to patients across various age groups in settings such as ICU, NICU, and ER. You will manage ventilators, administer inhaled medications, and perform necessary evaluations to ensure optimal patient outcomes. This position offers a chance to work in a dynamic environment with diverse cases, including respiratory failure and post-operative care.
Highlights
- Manage ventilators and administer inhaled medications
- Work in diverse settings including ICU and ER
- Supportive team environment
- ACLS certification
- 2 years of experience required
- BLS certification
- Credentialing requirements per state regulations
- EMR System experience
Employer
Slate Healthcare
15 nurses recommend working with Slate Healthcare
Pros
I gave Akash a 5 star rating because he deserves it! He has been very helpful and supportive of me while I’m on my assignment. He has answered all of my questions and gave me information that was necessary for my assignment. I highly recommend him and Slate Healthcare.
Cons
None
Recommends working with Slate Healthcare
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Slate Healthcare is a premier travel healthcare staffing agency, connecting healthcare professionals with thousands of opportunities at top-tier hospitals and facilities across the country.
We’re committed to supporting nurses and allied health professionals in building stable, fulfilling careers—while embracing the freedom and excitement that comes with travel. Our goal is simple: to offer flexibility, competitive pay, and personalized placements that align with each clinician’s lifestyle and career goals.
At Slate, we empower our professionals to choose when and where they work, while ensuring they receive the highest compensation possible—because we believe that exceptional care starts with empowered caregivers.
About Columbia, MO
As a Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist in Columbia, MO here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Columbia, MO is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Columbia experiences hot summers with average highs of 87°F and lows of 68°F, and cold winters with average highs of 38°F and lows of 20°F.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Columbia, and they are relatively easy to find due to the city's student population and frequent short-term visitors.
- Columbia is car-friendly with well-maintained roads, and public transportation options include buses operated by the city's transit system.
- Columbia has a diverse population with a mix of students, families, and professionals.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to seasonal changes.
- Columbia has a large population of travel nurses due to its medical facilities and university.
- Columbia offers a variety of restaurants, art galleries, live music venues, and sports activities.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy the city's parks, trails, and nearby conservation areas.
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