Travel Contract

Travel Respiratory Therapist
Tacoma, WA
NuWest Travel Nursing
3x12 hrs, Days

$2,646/week

Posted 10 days ago

Overview

Start DateASAP
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
ShiftDays
Duration13 weeks

Pay

17% higher than average Allied Health Professional / Respiratory Therapist pay in Washington

Estimated total pay

$2,646/week

Estimated taxable pay
$1,043/week
Estimated non-taxable stipends
$1,603/week

Qualifications

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Profile

Minimum of 50%

Work Experience

Allied Health Professional (2 years)

Description

Minimum Experience: 1 year in Level III or IV NICU
Required Licensure Certifications: NRP, BLS, RRT, WA state license (must be in hand or have proof of application 6+ weeks ago)
Skills required: Oscillator, Bunnell Jet, Draeger, NOx Box INO, ABG (GEM), Bubble CPAP, HHFNC, EPIC experience
Consider first-time Traveler? Yes, with 5 years total experience, and 2 recent in Level III or IV NICU Patient Types/Common Diagnoses: prematurity, RDS, Ch. lung disease, surgical patients
EMR: EPIC (required)
Scheduling: every other weekend rotation, able to work more if desired
No call
Scrub Color: any, just no maroon or spice color 152 bed hospital with 70 bed Level 4 NICU Program

Minimum Experience: 1 year in Level III or IV NICU Required Licensure Certifications: NRP, BLS, RRT, WA state license (must be in hand or have proof of application 6+ weeks ago) Skills required: Oscillator, Bunnell Jet, Draeger, NOx Box INO, ABG (GEM), Bubble CPAP, HHFNC, EPIC experience Consider first-time Traveler? Yes, with 5 years total experience, and 2 recent in Level III or IV NICU Patient Types/Common Diagnoses: prematurity, RDS, Ch. lung disease, surgical patients EMR: EPIC (required) Scheduling: every other weekend rotation, able to work more if desired No call Scrub Color: any, just no maroon or spice color 152 bed hospital with 70 bed Level 4 NICU Program

Employer

NuWest Travel Nursing

2.2rating(17 reviews)

4 nurses recommend working with NuWest Travel Nursing

Anonymous

Surgical Technologist (Allied Health Professional)

5.0rating

Review of NuWest Travel Nursing on Jun 8, 2024

Recommends working with NuWest Travel Nursing

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About Tacoma, WA

As a Travel Respiratory Therapist in Tacoma, WA here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Tacoma is slightly higher than the national average, with housing costs being the primary contributor.
Wages generally match up with the cost of living.

Weather

Summer average highs range from 70-80°F, while winter average lows range from 35-45°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available in Tacoma and can be found with relative ease, especially in popular areas close to the city center.

Transportation

Tacoma is car-friendly with good road infrastructure.
Public transportation options include buses and a light rail system, providing convenient access within the city and to neighboring areas.

Demographics

Tacoma has a diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues may include allergies due to the lush greenery and asthma due to occasional air quality issues.
There is a growing population of travel nurses in Tacoma.

Things to Do

Tacoma offers a vibrant culinary scene with diverse restaurants, a thriving art community with museums and galleries, live music venues, and sports events.
Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the nearby Mount Rainier and enjoy various outdoor activities.

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