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Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
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Hours: 36 hrs/wk
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Start Date: Jul 27, 2026
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Length: 13 weeks
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Openings: 1
American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with 2+ years of acute care experience, including Level 3 NICU skills, for a night shift travel assignment at a hospital in Lafayette, IN.
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Respiratory Care department serving ICU/CCU, Med/Surg, ER, and Level 3 NICU patient populations
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160-bed facility with a team of 32 respiratory therapy staff
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Night shift schedule: 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM, 3x12s (36 hours/week)
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Every other weekend required (Saturday and Sunday)
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No on-call requirements
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Equipment includes PB and Drager V500 ventilators, Aerogen nebulizers, V60 BiPAP, HHFNC, Hamilton C-Transport, Oscillator, Jet ventilator, Nitric Oxide, and Bubble CPAP
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EMR: Epic
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Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential required
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Minimum 2 years of recent acute care experience in Med/Surg, ER, and ICU settings
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Level 3 NICU experience required
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Current certifications: ACLS, BLS, PALS, and NRP
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Proficiency with BiPAP, mechanical ventilators, and Heated High Flow Nasal Cannula (HHFNC)
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Experience assisting with intubations and bedside bronchoscopies
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Proficient EMR charting skills
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No gaps in work history of 90 days or more within the past 12 months
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Active license required if applicable
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US SSN required
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Responsibilities include managing ventilated and high-acuity patients across ICU/CCU, NICU, Med/Surg, and ER settings
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Candidates must be self-motivated, independent, and comfortable managing high patient loads and acuity levels
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EKG testing is required as part of the consideration process; candidates are allowed 2 attempts — if not passed, reapplication is possible after 30 days
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Scrub color: Pewter Gray
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New state-of-the-art hospital in a prime location with experienced, cohesive staff and progressive physicians
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Candidates living within 50 miles of the facility are eligible but will be considered at a reduced rate
