Respiratory Therapist (Adults)

Location

Reno, NV

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule

3x12's, rotating days of the week, varied shifts.

Job Description

The Respiratory Therapist performs respiratory therapy procedures per protocol and those ordered by physicians to improve the cardiopulmonary conditions of patients from newborn to geriatric ages. They primarily work with patients in critical care units, adult general care, and pediatric general care, and may provide respiratory care at secondary care sites consistent with the mission and obligations of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for the assessment, planning, implementation of care, and evaluation of patients and families across various age groups.
• Conduct thorough patient assessments to implement effective respiratory care protocols.
• Initiate, modify, and document a patient's plan of care under structured orders from healthcare providers.
• Ensure proper documentation of all patient records and department logs.
• Maintain knowledge of technological advances and apply them appropriately in clinical settings.
• Ensure a positive patient experience through effective communication and service recovery when needed.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Must have 2+ years of acute care respiratory therapy experience.
• Valid RRT and Nevada State Licenses are required.
• Must apply for State of Nevada Point of Care Analyst license prior to start.
• Current AHA BLS and ACLS certifications are required prior to start.

Why ARMStaffing?

At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
• Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
• Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
• 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
• Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
• Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more

We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here’s why:

• SIA’s Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019
• SIA’s Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. – 2023
• Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley – 2022, 2023
• Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway Hypodermics
• We've earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!

Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details!