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Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
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Hours: 36 hrs/wk
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Start Date: May 11, 2026
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Length: 13 weeks
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Openings: 1
American Traveler is seeking a Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for a 13-week night shift contract at a 933-bed Level III Trauma Center in Milwaukee, WI.
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Respiratory Therapy Services department at a 933-bed Level III Trauma Center, Level III NICU, Magnet-designated, Comprehensive Stroke Center in Milwaukee, WI
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Patient population is primarily geriatrics and adults, with some pediatric patients in the ED
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1:1 patient ratio
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Performs vent management, CPAP, BiPAP, nebulizer treatments, A-line placement, intubation, vent weaning, extubation, and ABGs
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Ventilators used include AVEA, Servo U, LPU 1200, Parapack (MRI), and Hamilton (transport)
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Charting via Epic; Pyxis medication dispensing system on unit
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12-hour night shifts, 36 hours per week
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Every other weekend rotation required
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Floating required within the hospital to all units
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On-call required as needed
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Holiday coverage required as needed
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Minimum 1 year of experience in respiratory therapy, with most recent experience within the last year
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Active CRT or RRT credential required
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Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
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Active state license required, if applicable
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Proficiency with vent management, CPAP, BiPAP, nebulizer treatments, A-line placement, intubation, vent weaning, extubation, and ABGs
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Experience with AVEA, Servo U, LPU 1200, Parapack, and Hamilton ventilators required
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COVID vaccination required
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Minimum 1 professional reference from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN, collected within the last year
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Candidate DOB and last 4 digits of SSN required for consideration
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Candidate middle name or initial required for consideration
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First-time travelers will be considered on a case-by-case basis
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Local candidates are accepted at the same rate — no radius rule applies
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Orientation includes at least one shift to learn unit flow and workflows
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Block scheduling cannot be accommodated
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A fatigue policy is in place limiting all staff, including travelers, to no more than 60 hours per week or 5 consecutive 12-hour shifts
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Former employees of Advocate Health or any of its subsidiaries must be separated for at least 12 months before being eligible
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Scrubs may be any color; camouflage and denim are not permitted
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Free parking is available on site
