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Travel Respiratory Therapist - Pediatric ICU - $2,222 per week

TotalMed, Omaha, NE, United States


Overview
TNAA TotalMed Allied is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Omaha, Nebraska.

Responsibilities

Provide direct patient care to pediatric and other patients in various clinical areas, including evaluations and treatments according to procedural guidelines.

Administer a variety of respiratory and cardiology modalities as prescribed.

Maintain accurate patient records and documentation.

Clean, disinfect, assemble, calibrate, and maintain respiratory equipment and accessories; evaluate equipment for proper and safe function and report malfunctions.

Perform arterial puncture and analyze samples according to procedure guidelines.

Collaborate with co-workers, nurses, physicians, and other hospital personnel to optimize continuity of care.

Respond to emergent situations requiring respiratory support.

Qualifications and Requirements

Must have 1 year of recent acute care experience as a Pediatric Registered Respiratory Therapist (Peds-RRT) or equivalent

NBRC-RRT certification

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) may be required in some areas

Shift: 12 hours, nights; 36 hours per week; Travel assignment duration typically 13 weeks

Notes: Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment. This is a travel position in Omaha, NE.

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