Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist
Portland, ME
Slate Healthcare
4x12 hrs, Nights
$3,184/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown4x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration17 weeks
Pay
Qualifications
- Resume
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (2 years)
- At least 2 references
Description
As a Registered Respiratory Therapist, you will provide care for patients requiring respiratory support. Your daily responsibilities include operating ventilators, conducting assessments, and collaborating with healthcare teams in an acute care setting. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, enhancing your skills while making a significant impact on patient care.
Highlights
- Opportunity to work in a teaching hospital
- Collaborative team environment
- Rich cultural experience in Portland, ME
- 4x12 night shifts with guaranteed hours
- NRP certification for NICU
- EMR system: EPIC
- 2+ years of experience required
- ACLS certification preferred
- Experience in acute care pediatrics and ED required
- BLS certification required
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 Portland, ME
As a Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist in Portland, ME here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Portland, ME is slightly higher than the national average, with housing being the primary factor.
- Wages may not fully match up with the higher cost of living.
- Average summer highs range from 70-80°F, while winter lows can drop to 15-20°F.
- Be prepared for cold winters and mild summers.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Portland, ME, but they may require some searching due to demand.
- Portland is relatively car-friendly, but it also offers public transportation options like buses and ferries for getting around the city and nearby islands.
- Portland, ME has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include seasonal allergies and cold-related illnesses.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the city's healthcare facilities.
- Portland, ME offers a vibrant food scene with numerous restaurants, as well as art galleries, music venues, and sports activities.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy scenic cruises, whale watches, and island hopping in Casco Bay.
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