Travel RN - Leadership - Supervisor

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Mar 23, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced Respiratory Therapy Supervisor for a 13-week travel contract requiring a VA RT license and at least 5 years of clinical experience including adult and Level 3 NICU settings.

Details

• Hospital-based Respiratory Therapy department
• Adult and Level 3 NICU patient populations
• Supervisory role overseeing daily workflow, staffing allocation, and team performance
• 12-hour variable shifts, 36 hours per week
• No on-call or holiday requirements

Requirements

• Active Virginia (VA) RT license required
• Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, NRP, and either CRT or RRT
• Minimum 5 years of clinical experience as a Respiratory Therapist
• Minimum 2 years of supervisory or charge experience
• Adult and Level 3 NICU experience required

Additional Information

• Administers basic and advanced respiratory therapeutic interventions with high proficiency and without supervision
• Oversees daily workflow, conducts team rounds and one-on-one meetings in coordination with department Manager and/or Director
• Manages team performance through routine feedback and progressive corrective action when coordinated with leadership
• Coordinates and monitors onboarding, cross-training, and training of new team members; may serve as primary trainer for new procedures
• Participates in quality improvement projects, safety reviews, and regulatory compliance auditing
• Assists with team scheduling, time-off approvals, timecard processing, and payroll corrections as needed
• Participates in interviewing and hiring of team members
• Collaborates with interdepartmental colleagues and senior leaders to resolve operational challenges
• Contributes to a positive, inclusive department culture while supporting organizational and departmental initiatives