Location: Fort Pierce, FL

Start Date: 09-22-2025

End Date: 12-22-2025

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Night shift, 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM (12-hour nights). Specific days of week not specified in posting.

Hours per Week: 36

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

• Deliver high-quality respiratory care and treatments for patients with respiratory insufficiency, asthma, pneumonia and COPD
• Manage and titrate mechanical ventilation, ensuring appropriate ventilator settings and patient comfort
• Interpret arterial blood gases (ABGs) and adjust therapy promptly and accurately
• Set up, monitor and troubleshoot ventilators and noninvasive support (Servo I, Hamilton, V60, Astral, CPAP/BiPAP)
• Provide therapeutic procedures such as nebulizer therapy, chest physiotherapy (CPT) and airway management
• Document patient assessment, interventions and clinical response clearly in Meditech EMR
• Collaborate closely with nurses, physicians and the interdisciplinary team to optimize patient outcomes
• Participate in emergency responses and apply NRP and ACLS protocols when indicated

Qualifications

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential (required)
• Current BLS, ACLS and NRP certifications (must have)
• Minimum 2 years of recent acute care hospital RRT experience (required)
• Experience with Meditech EMR preferred by leadership
• Trauma experience preferred and valued for this unit
• Comfort and demonstrated skill managing a range of ventilators and noninvasive equipment
• Strong clinical judgment, teamwork mindset and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

Education

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential required; completion of an accredited respiratory therapy program preferred

Knowledge & Skills

• Mechanical ventilation management and ventilator troubleshooting
• ABG interpretation and appropriate respiratory interventions
• CPAP/BiPAP setup, monitoring and titration
• Experience with ventilator models: Servo I, Hamilton, V60 and Astral
• Proficiency with Meditech electronic medical records
• Familiarity with nebulizer therapy, CPT and other respiratory procedures
• Critical care and trauma patient management skills
• Effective communication and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage to keep you healthy and confident
• 401(k) retirement plan and retirement resources to help plan your future
• Paid time off so you can recharge and come back ready to care
• Licensure assistance and support navigating credentialing requirements
• Professional development opportunities and continuing education support
• A collaborative, close-knit team that values critical thinking and patient-focused care
• Employee recognition and a culture that celebrates team achievements
• Supportive on-site leadership and strong multidisciplinary physician relationships

Travel Perks: Explore Fort Pierce, FL

This is a travel assignment in Fort Pierce, a charming coastal town on Florida’s Treasure Coast. Enjoy early mornings or sunsets at local beaches and Fort Pierce Inlet State Park, browse the lively Fort Pierce Farmers Market and waterfront downtown, and explore marine life at the National Navy UDT-SEAL Museum. Nearby outdoor options include boating, fishing, and nature trails; quick weekend escapes to Vero Beach, Port St. Lucie or the cultural and dining scenes of West Palm Beach are easy to plan.

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