Travel Respiratory Therapist Registered Respiratory Therapist Job

Overview
Respiratory Therapist (Registered Respiratory Therapist) opportunity in Saint Helena, California. This travel, temporary assignment begins on 08/24/2026 for 8 weeks. Guaranteed hours are 36 per week, with a night shift of 3x12 hours (7:00 PM–7:00 AM). The position operates in a Short Term Acute Care Hospital setting and focuses on adult and geriatric respiratory care, with opportunities to supervise others as delegated.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,022–$2,135 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 36 hours per week
- Contract duration: 8 weeks
- Shift: Night shift, 3x12 hours (7:00 PM–7:00 AM)
- Start date: 08/24/2026
- Facility/work setting: Short Term Acute Care Hospital
- EMR experience: Epic experience required

Responsibilities
- Assess and document the appropriateness of prescribed respiratory therapies for adult and geriatric patients; adjust as ordered.
- Administer aerosolized therapies and oxygen therapy; maintain accurate flow sheets and charts.
- Draw arterial blood gases per policy and physician orders; document results in the patient record.
- Provide comprehensive care for ventilated patients, including monitoring, weaning support, and ventilator adjustments as directed.
- Assist in department record keeping, training/supervision of new staff as delegated, and ensure proper documentation for charges and records.

Requirements
- Licenses/Certifications: Registered Respiratory Therapist (NBRC-RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (NBRC-CRT) credential; Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license; required in CA.
- Certifications: CPR/BLS from an approved vendor; ACLS and PALS required; NRP preferred; PEARS preferred; ACLS/PALS may be required by department policy.
- Education: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent; Master’s Degree preferred.
- Experience: At least two years of recent experience in respiratory care; current Epic EMR experience required.
- Other: Ability to work night shift in a hospital setting; able to provide care for adult and geriatric patients.

Benefits and Support
- Assignment length: 8 weeks with guaranteed weekly hours
- EMR competencies: Epic experience required with potential on-site training
- Credentialing and onboarding assistance provided by the employer
- Ongoing assignment support from a dedicated travel recruiter
- Commitment to compliant, patient-centered care and professional development during the assignment

Find more opportunities
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Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.

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