Registered Respiratory Therapist - Adult
Fargo, ND
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days, Nights
Referral Bonus
$50-54/hourOverview
- Start Date11/09/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays, Nights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Referral bonus
- School loan reimbursement
- Vision benefits
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Company provided housing options
- License and certification reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Medical benefits
- Mileage reimbursement
- Pet insurance
- Discount program
- Employee assistance programs
- Guaranteed Hours
- Health savings account
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Continuing Education
- Dental benefits
Description
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Location
- Fargo, North Dakota
Contract Length
- 13 weeks
Schedule
- Rotating day/night shifts
- 12-hour shifts
- Every other weekend and holidays
- May consider weekend-only or straight night status
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years of recent respiratory therapy experience
- Level 1 trauma experience
- ICU experience
- North Dakota license required, or willing to apply within 72 hours of offer acceptance
- BLS certification through AHA
- CRT via NBRC or RRT via NBRC
Preferred Qualifications
- ER experience
- ACLS through AHA
- PALS through AHA
Work Setting
- Adult respiratory therapy role in a large acute care environment
- May float to other Fargo campuses as needed
Key Responsibilities
- Respiratory therapy assessments and protocols
- Arterial punctures and blood gas analysis
- Ventilator and NIV therapy management
- Medication delivery
- Airway clearance
- Assist with intubations, bedside trach placement, bedside bronchoscopy, tracheostomy changes, decannulation, and extubations
- Emergency response support
- ICU rounds
- Patient intrahospital transport
Additional Notes
- Orientation includes lab orientation with RT education staff and preceptor shifts
- Must be able to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
- Badge in and out is required
- Scrub color: Steel Gray
Employer
Host Healthcare
268 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare
Pros
Tyler goes above and beyond. He made the travel process easy, is always incredibly responsive, and reaches out consistently to make sure things go smooth throughout the entirety of the contract and beyond. It is obvious he enjoys his work and genuinely cares about you as a traveler.
Cons
None
Recommends working with Host Healthcare
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At Host Healthcare, we provide a truly comfortable experience as you explore your travel nursing, therapy, or allied career. We make your travel healthcare journey easy by taking care of all the details, so you don’t have to.
We are on a mission to help others live better and we do this by helping the healers of the world be as comfortable as possible. With access to tens of thousands of travel nursing, therapy, and allied jobs in all 50 states, our responsive and friendly recruiters find your dream position based on what’s important to you.
During your assignment, get access to premium benefits, including Day 1 medical that continues up to 30 days between assignments, 401K matching, travel reimbursements, dedicated housing support, and more. We also offer 24/7 support from our team and access to our on-staff clinicians so you can feel comfortable and confident throughout your entire assignment.
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About Fargo, ND
As a travel nurse in Fargo, ND here's what you should know:- Fargo's cost of living is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living, providing a good balance for residents.
- In summer, average highs are around 82°F, and average lows are around 58°F.
- In winter, average highs are around 18°F, and average lows are around 0°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Fargo, with options ranging from apartments to fully furnished homes.
- Many landlords and property management companies cater to the needs of temporary residents.
- Fargo is car-friendly, with well-maintained roads and ample parking.
- Public transportation options include buses operated by MATBUS, providing convenient travel within the city and surrounding areas.
- Fargo has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include seasonal allergies and cold-related illnesses in winter.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the presence of major healthcare facilities.
- Fargo offers a vibrant culinary scene with diverse restaurants, including Mediterranean, African, and regional cuisine.
- The city has a thriving arts and music community, with the iconic Fargo Theatre showcasing classic films and live performances.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy activities like ice skating at Broadway Square in winter and the 'Music at the Square' series in summer.
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