Start Date: 09-03-2026

End Date: 07-06-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Night shift (exact start/end times to be provided by facility) — nights; shift type: night

Candidate Pay Rate: $49 per hour

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality respiratory care to patients during night hours, keeping safety front and center
• Manage ventilators and advanced respiratory equipment with careful assessment and adjustment
• Perform arterial blood gas (ABG) sampling and interpretation to guide therapy decisions
• Respond quickly and confidently to rapid responses and code situations
• Collaborate with nurses, physicians, and the night team to coordinate patient care plans
• Document assessments, interventions, and patient responses clearly and promptly in the chart
• Educate patients and families about respiratory care plans and discharge needs

Qualifications

• Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or equivalent credential (state license required where applicable)
• Active state Respiratory Care license or ability to obtain licensure for the assignment state
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required; Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) preferred
• Previous acute care or hospital respiratory experience preferred
• Ability to pass facility background checks and credentialing in a timely manner

Education

• Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy or graduation from an accredited respiratory care program

Knowledge & Skills

• Proven skills with mechanical ventilation and ventilator weaning strategies
• Strong ABG interpretation and blood gas sampling technique
• Airway management, oxygen therapy, and aerosolized medication delivery
• Familiarity with EMR documentation and electronic charting best practices
• Clear communication skills and the ability to work independently overnight
• Clinical problem-solving under pressure during night shift scenarios

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend to make your travel life cozy
• Travel reimbursement to help with trip logistics
• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage for peace of mind
• Licensure assistance & reimbursement so credentialing is easier
• Paid Time Off to recharge between assignments
• 401K retirement savings plan to help you plan ahead
• Life Insurance to protect what matters most
• A supportive team that values YOU and the difference you make

Travel Perks: Explore

As a traveler you’ll have the chance to explore the local flavor wherever you’re placed — think scenic parks and trails for weekend hikes, regional museums and cultural spots, neighborhood dining and coffee scenes to sample, and easy weekend getaways to nearby towns or natural attractions. Pack a pair of walking shoes and a sense of adventure — your off-duty hours are perfect for discovering local favorites.

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