Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
Fayetteville, North Carolina
Cape Fear Valley Medical Center

Job Opportunity: Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Nights

Location: Fayetteville, North Carolina
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

• Position: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
• Shift: Nights
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
• On-call: Not required
• Floating: Required to float within scope to meet facility needs/float between like units
• Block Scheduling: Not accommodated
• Locals: Not accepted (50-mile radius rule from main campus)
• Pending License: Not accepted
• Return to Work Policy: Must be gone for 1 year to return as a traveler
• Contract Limit: Maximum of 2 contracts (can extend once), then must be gone for 6 months before returning
• Guaranteed Hours: Call-off policy allows 2 shifts off per 13-week assignment; all other contracted shifts guaranteed
• Patient Population: Must be comfortable working with both adults and children in ICU settings
• Float Requirement: Must be comfortable working with Pediatrics and Adults
• Time Off: Only 4 days allowed off and no holidays off

Facility Highlights

• Type: Short-term acute care
• Level III Trauma Center / Teaching Hospital
• Total Staffed Beds: 733
• Charting System: Epic
• Scrub Color: Solid Black or Black and White

Required Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience as an RRT (Respiratory Therapist)
• Licensure: Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) license valid in North Carolina
• Certifications:

  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - AHA or Military only
  • BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA or Military only
  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) - AHA or Military only
  • NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) - Required for applicable units
• Competencies:

  • Dysrhythmia/EKG Competency Exam (must be completed via Relias and renewed annually)
  • Pass/Fail Testing (EKG/Medication) with a minimum score of 80% (3 attempts allowed)
• Background Checks: Must have a background check within 6 months of start date
• Health Requirements:

  • Physical exam within 1 year, signed by physician, NP, or PA-C
  • Negative 10-panel drug test within 30 days
  • Immunizations and titers: TDAP, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Hepatitis B (vaccine series, positive titer, or signed declination)
  • TB screening within 1 year of start (PPD, Q Gold, or Tspot)
  • Flu vaccine required year-round or signed facility flu exemption form
• Other:

  • Photo for badge (passport-style, professional) required prior to start
  • Completion of facility-specific forms and acknowledgments prior to start
  • COVID-19 vaccination is not required but documentation is accepted if available

Work Environment & Additional Information

• Must be comfortable working in ICU with both adult and pediatric patients
• Night shifts with weekend and holiday work required
• Floating between units as needed within scope of practice
• Limited time off allowed during assignment
• Facility has a strict return-to-work and contract limit policy for travelers

Prior Travel Experience

• No explicit requirement for prior travel experience mentioned

This position is ideal for experienced RRTs comfortable with critical care environments and flexible scheduling, seeking a travel contract in a Level III Trauma Center.