Travel Contract

Registered Respiratory Therapist
Hickory, NC
Nightingale Nurses - Allied
3x12 hrs, Nights

$1,740/week
Posted Today Verified
Verified: Vivian has verified that this job is accepting applications.
Last checked: 1 hour ago
Still in early access. Report an issue

Overview

  • Start DateASAP
  • Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
  • ShiftNights
  • Duration13 weeks
  • Facility Information
    Short Term Acute Care355 beds

Pay

Estimated total pay
$1,740/week
  • Estimated taxable pay
    $648/week
  • Estimated non-taxable stipends
    $1,092/week

Description

Description:FRYE ORIENTATION SCHEDULE 2026 - Travelers must start on one of the following dates!

NOVEMBER 16thDECEMBER 7th

Frye Regional Medical Center


Floor: 1st Floor/Respiratory Therapy


 Shift:(7p-7a)

 Weekly Guaranteed Hours: 36

 Weekend Hours: alternating

 Call Requirements: possible

 Required Certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP, NC RRT License (Registry required)

 Years of Experience: 2 (Preferred)

 

 Equipment: Ventilators (Servo-I, Drager Evita 500, PB 840, Hamilton T-1 & MR-1), Bipaps (V-60), ResMed CPAPs, High flow (Optiflow), MetaNebs, Vest,

 

Siemens RapidPoint 500e Blood Gas analyzers

 EHR: Cerner


 Supervisor: Grace Sparks, AD, Respiratory, Sleep Lab, Neurodiagnostics

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  Patient Population e.g.  geriatric, adult, peds, etc. : All


Hiring Profile:


 Must Have Skills/Experience: 2 yrs preferred, ED, Critical Care

 Preferred Skillset/Experience: 2 yrs preferred, ED, Critical Care, Nursery

 Common Diagnosis/Treatment: Full range

 Personality Fit: High retention in department, must be willing to work in a team environment, must be able to also function independently


 Required Education: minimum Associate Degree in Respiratory Care


Dress Code:


 Scrub Color: Gray/Black preferred, any solid color will work, NO prints

 Any unacceptable attire: Debatable
No. of Positions: 1/1.
Position creation reason:Contractor Replacement

Facility

Frye Regional Medical Center

2.8rating(42 reviews)

3 nurses recommend working with Frye Regional Medical Center

Anonymous
Anonymous
Med Surg (RN)
4.0rating
Review of Frye Regional Medical Center on Jun 17, 2026
View all reviews
DetailsVerification data is contributed by healthcare professionals like you, who leave reviews on Vivian.
  • Short Term Acute Care
  • 355 beds
ADDRESS420 North Center StreetHickory, NC 28601
View more details

Employer

Nightingale Nurses - Allied

3.0rating(12 reviews)

4 nurses recommend working with Nightingale Nurses - Allied

Anonymous
Anonymous
Endoscopy Technician (Allied Health Professional)
5.0rating
Review of Melissa Mello on Jul 8, 2025
View all reviews
Response timewithin a day
Travel jobs$1,294–4,157/week
Jobs on Vivian477
View more details

About Hickory, NC

As a Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist in Hickory, NC here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • The cost of living in Hickory, NC is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
  • Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
Weather
  • In summer, average highs are around 88°F, and average lows are around 66°F.
  • In winter, average highs are around 49°F, and average lows are around 28°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Hickory, NC, and they are relatively easy to find.
Transportation
  • Hickory, NC is car-friendly with easy access to major highways.
  • Public transportation options are limited.
Demographics
  • Hickory, NC has a diverse population with a wide age range.
  • Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions due to pollen and air quality.
  • There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
Things to Do
  • Hickory, NC offers a variety of restaurants, including Southern cuisine and international flavors.
  • The city has a vibrant arts scene with galleries and theaters.
  • Sports enthusiasts can enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, and water sports in the nearby lakes and parks.
Was this helpful?
We strive to have reliable information about every job. Tell us what we've got wrong so we can correct it.Report an issue

Browse similar jobs

View job details
Travel Contract

Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist

  • Asheville, NC
  • HealthTrust Workforce Solutions HCA
  • 4x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus
$3,186/week
View job details
Travel Contract

Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist

  • Charlotte, NC
  • Talent4Health
  • 4x12 hrs, Nights
$3,096/week
Posted 5 days ago
View job details
Travel Contract

Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist

  • Chapel Hill, NC
  • HonorVet Technologies
  • 4x12 hrs, Days, Nights
  • Referral Bonus
$3,071/week
View all similar jobs