Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $2,236 per week

Responsibilities • Administer respiratory therapy treatments and diagnostic procedures in accordance with physician orders and established protocols. • Operate and maintain respiratory therapy equipment, including ventilators, oxygen delivery systems, and aerosol devices. • Monitor and assess patients' respiratory status, including vital signs, oxygen saturation, and arterial blood gases. • Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient care plans. • Educate patients and their families on respiratory therapy procedures, equipment usage, and disease management. • Document patient care activities, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with facility policies and regulatory requirements. • Participate in quality improvement initiatives and ensure compliance with regulatory standards and infection control protocols. • Respond to emergency situations, including cardiac arrests and respiratory distress, and provide appropriate interventions. Requirements • Active Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) license in the state of Illinois or ability to obtain one. • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association. • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification preferred. • Minimum of 1 year of recent acute care experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist. • Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. • Strong communication and interpersonal skills. • Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work in a fast-paced environment. • Proficiency in using electronic medical records (EMR) systems. Benefits • Weekly pay • Health, dental, and vision insurance • 401(k) retirement plan • Continuing education opportunities • Licensure and certification reimbursement • Referral bonuses • Housing and travel stipends • 24/7 clinical support • Professional development resources

About the role

Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist position in Olney, Illinois. Assignment starts 08/24/2026, lasts 13 weeks, with 36 hours per week on a 12-hour night shift (19:00–07:00). Employment type: travel.

Responsibilities

• Administer respiratory therapy treatments and diagnostic procedures in accordance with physician orders and established protocols.
• Operate and maintain respiratory therapy equipment, including ventilators, oxygen delivery systems, and aerosol devices.
• Monitor and assess patients' respiratory status, including vital signs, oxygen saturation, and arterial blood gases.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient care plans.
• Educate patients and their families on respiratory therapy procedures, equipment usage, and disease management.
• Document patient care activities, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with facility policies and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and ensure compliance with regulatory standards and infection control protocols.
• Respond to emergency situations, including cardiac arrests and respiratory distress, and provide appropriate interventions.

Requirements

• Active Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) license in the state of Illinois or ability to obtain one.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of recent acute care experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in using electronic medical records (EMR) systems.

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Continuing education opportunities
• Licensure and certification reimbursement
• Referral bonuses
• Housing and travel stipends
• 24/7 clinical support
• Professional development resources

Pay

Pay package is based on 12-hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week, including a tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

Schedule

• 13-week assignment
• 36 hours per week
• 12-hour night shifts (19:00–07:00)

About Meda Health

Meda Health’s mission is to bring positive change in communities by connecting dedicated and skilled healthcare professionals to facilities in different parts of the country. The company values mutual respect and supports employees in achieving their professional dreams while contributing to a better world.