Travel Respiratory Therapist - Registered RT/RRT

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Mar 30, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT/CRT) with at least 1 year of experience for a night shift position at a Level III Trauma Center and Magnet-designated hospital in Milwaukee, WI.

Details

• Large 933-bed Level III Trauma Center and Magnet-designated hospital in Milwaukee, WI, also designated as a Level III NICU and Comprehensive Stroke Center
• Respiratory therapy services department serving primarily geriatric and adult patients, with some pediatric patients in the ED
• 1:1 patient ratio
• Ventilator equipment includes AVEA, Servo U, LPU 1200, Parapack (MRI), and Hamilton (transport) vents
• Charting via Epic; Pyxis medication dispensing system
• 12-hour night shifts, 6:30 PM – 7:00 AM
• Every other weekend rotation
• Floating required within the hospital to all units
• On-call requirements vary
• Holiday coverage expectations vary
• Block scheduling is not accommodated
• A fatigue policy is in effect limiting all staff, including travelers, to no more than 60 hours per week or 5 consecutive 12-hour shifts

Requirements

• Active CRT or RRT credential required; license required if applicable
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Minimum 1 year of experience in respiratory therapy, with most recent experience within the last year
• Proficiency in vent management, CPAP, BiPAP, nebulizer treatments, A-line placement, intubation, vent weaning, extubation, and ABGs
• Experience with AVEA, Servo U, LPU 1200, Parapack, and Hamilton ventilators required
• Epic EMR experience required
• Last 4 digits of SSN and full date of birth required for consideration
• Minimum 1 professional reference dated within the past year, from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN

Additional Information

• First-time travelers will be considered on a case-by-case basis
• Orientation consists of at least one shift to learn workflow and department flow
• Scrubs may be any color; camouflage and denim are not permitted
• Free parking is available on-site
• Up to 7 days of time off may be approved during the contract
• Candidates from South Wisconsin are not eligible for this position