Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $2,256 per week

TalentBurst, Inc is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Lake Charles, Louisiana.Job Description & RequirementsSpecialty: Registered Respiratory TherapistDiscipline: Allied Health ProfessionalStart Date: 11/02/2026Duration: 12 weeks36 hours per weekShift: 12 hours, nightsEmployment Type: TravelTravel Registered Respiratory Therapist Start Date-ASAP 13 weeks Lake Charles , LA SHIFT-NIGHTS- 6:00PM- 6:00AM & 7:00PM-7:00AM (Will float between Lake Charles and St Patrick facility. Shift at St. Patrick facility will be 6PM-6AM and shift at Lake Charles facility will be 7PM-7AM)Licenses, Registrations, or CertificationsRT or RCP License in state of employment requiredBLS Required via AHAACLS Required via AHARegistered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by NBRC requiredMust have adult ICU experienceWeekend Requirement Every other weekend and holidays On Call Requirement No call Floating Requirement / Locations Will float between Lake Charles and St Patrick facility. Shift at St. Patrick facility will be 6PM-6AM and shift at Lake Charles facility will be 7PM-7AM Nurse / Patient Ratio 5:1 (5 vents to one therapist) Dress Code Gray Scrubs Summary:Responsible for the pulmonary care of critical, non-critical, and chronically ill adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients under the direction of a physician with minimal supervision. Performs patient assessments and institutes respiratory care plans. Performs various technical and diagnostic respiratory therapy procedures in all areas of the hospital.Responsibilities:Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.Include, but are not limited to:Emergency (Code Blue and White) response;Airway management including nasotracheal & endotracheal suctioning;Delivery of aerosolized drugs;Ventilator management (i.e. setup and operation);Oral hygiene;Airway retaining device placement and maintenance;Airway support device management including BiPAP and CPAP devices;Oxygen delivery devices and therapeutic monitoring;Chest film analysis;Bloodgas collection and analysis;EKG analysis;Accurate and complete documentation;Cleaning and stocking of equipment and supplies as necessary;Participate in CAP and JC surveys.RRTs may function as Shift Leader or serve in the capacity of Team LeaderAdvanced practice skills may include:Therapeutic gas management and monitoring, including INO and HeO2;Pulmonary Function Testing;Bronchoscopy assist;Hemodynamic Monitoring;Waveform analysis;Nocturnal SpO2 evaluation (Desaturation Studies);Polysomnography;Transport duties.Job Requirements: Education/SkillsSee licensure and/or certification requirementsExperience1 - 3 years of experience preferredLicenses, Registrations, or CertificationsRT or RCP License in state of employment requiredBLS requiredRegistered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by NBRC requiredIn accordance with the CHRISTUS Health License, Certification and Registration Verification Policy, all Associates are required to obtain the required certifications for their respective positions within the designated time frame.Work Schedule:6PM - 6AMWork Type:Full Time JobDiva # 26-29728 M #AlliedTech1TalentBurst, Inc Job ID #26-29728. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel Registered Respiratory TherapistAbout TalentBurst, IncTalentBurst Health & Life Sciences is an established provider of healthcare workforce solutions, servicing healthcare facilities across the United States for over 15 years. As a Joint Commission Certified Agency, our commitment to quality, integrity, and exceptional service has made us a trusted name in the healthcare staffing landscape.Our mission is to bridge the gap between healthcare professionals seeking fulfilling opportunities and healthcare organizations striving to maintain their high standards of care. We are committed to providing top-notch healthcare professionals with access to facilities where they can focus on delivering exceptional patient care and thrive.Whether you're a nurse, allied health professional, or administrative personnel, we have the expertise to match your skills and aspirations with the perfect placement.