Registered Respiratory Therapist - ICU, ER, NICU Experience

Location

Biddeford, ME

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule

7 PM to 7 AM, Night Shift

Job Description

The Registered Respiratory Therapist will provide respiratory care to patients in the ICU, ER, Nursery, and Med Surge floors. This role requires experience in treating pediatric patients needing intubation and mechanical ventilation, as well as participation in high-risk deliveries and resuscitation teams. Familiarity with ventilation equipment and EPIC documentation is essential.

Responsibilities

• Administer respiratory therapy and manage ventilation for critically ill patients.
• Participate in high-risk cesarean sections and resuscitation of newborns.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams to deliver comprehensive patient care.
• Utilize Drager V500 and Hamilton T-1 ventilators proficiently.
• Document patient information accurately using EPIC.
• Float throughout the hospital to assist in various patient areas.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Must be a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT).
• Hold certifications in Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS).
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in ICU, ER, and Nursery.
• Experience with treating pediatric patients in critical settings is preferred.

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
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• 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!