1 Nevada Respiratory Therapist (CRT/RRT) Jobs
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Additional Information
Pre-employment modules may be required for this role. Please upload any certifications or health documents you have to your profile to expedite your on-boarding process.
Additional Details:
Required Credentials:
- Must apply for State of Nevada Point of Care Analyst, Director of Point of Care, or General Supervisor of Point of Care license prior to start.
Unit Details:
- Performs respiratory therapy procedures per protocol and physician orders in a direct patient care role.
- Primarily supports critical care, adult general care, and pediatric general care; may provide respiratory care at a secondary care site.
Shift & Scheduling:
- Rotating days of the week; schedule varies based on department needs and can include weekends and major holidays.
- May be required to pick up one additional shift during the schedule period.
- Call requirements to be discussed during interview.
Floating Requirements:
- May be required to float to the needs of the organization up to competency level.
Travel Respiratory Therapist Job Responsibilities & Salary
Respiratory Therapists care for patients who have pulmonary diseases, such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and who have lung dysfunction because of another condition, such as acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) caused by sepsis or trauma. Job responsibilities for Respiratory Therapists often include assessing patients’ breathing function, managing equipment such as oxygen delivery devices, and responding to emergency situations to provide respiratory support. Requirements for Respiratory Therapists include earning at least an associate degree and obtaining state licensure. The average annual salary for Respiratory Therapists in the United States is more than $70,000.
Travel Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Nevada
Travel jobs for Respiratory Therapists in the United States can be found in many settings, including hospitals, cardiopulmonary rehabilitation clinics, physician offices, and nursing homes. Most Respiratory Therapists work in hospitals, where they deliver care in a variety of areas such as medical-surgical units, intensive care units, and emergency departments. Job descriptions for Respiratory Therapists typically include performing tests to evaluate lung function, collaborating with physicians on treatment plans, administering inhalants, educating patients, and managing equipment, such as mechanical ventilators, that support patients who need breathing assistance. Land your dream travel Respiratory Therapist job today.
