Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $2,160 per week

Health Saviours is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Lake Charles, Louisiana.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 10/05/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

SHIFT-NIGHTS- 6:00PM- 6:00AM & 7:00PM-7:00AM (Will float between Lake Charles and St Patrick facility. 

Shift at St. Patrick facility will be 6PM-6AM and shift at Lake Charles facility will be 7PM-7AM)

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• RT or RCP License in state of employment required
• BLS Required via AHA
• ACLS Required via AHA
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by NBRC required
• Must have adult ICU experience

Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend and holidays

On Call Requirement: No call

Floating Requirement / Locations: Will float between Lake Charles and St Patrick facility. Shift at St. Patrick facility will be 6PM-6AM and shift at Lake Charles facility will be 7PM-7AM

Nurse / Patient Ratio: 5:1 (5 vents to one therapist)

Dress Code: Gray Scrubs

Summary:

Responsible for the pulmonary care of critical, non-critical, and chronically ill adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients under the direction of a physician with minimal supervision. Performs patient assessments and institutes respiratory care plans. Performs various technical and diagnostic respiratory therapy procedures in all areas of the hospital.

Responsibilities:

• Include, but are not limited to:
  • Emergency (Code Blue and White) response;
  • Airway management including nasotracheal & endotracheal suctioning;
  • Delivery of aerosolized drugs;
  • Ventilator management (i.e. setup and operation);
  • Oral hygiene;
  • Airway retaining device placement and maintenance;
  • Airway support device management including BiPAP and CPAP devices;
  • Oxygen delivery devices and therapeutic monitoring;
  • Chest film analysis;
  • Bloodgas collection and analysis;
  • EKG analysis;
  • Accurate and complete documentation;
  • Cleaning and stocking of equipment and supplies as necessary;
  • Participate in CAP and JC surveys.
• RRTs may function as Shift Leader or serve in the capacity of Team Leader
• Advanced practice skills may include:
  • Therapeutic gas management and monitoring, including INO and HeO2;
  • Pulmonary Function Testing;
  • Bronchoscopy assist;
  • Hemodynamic Monitoring;
  • Waveform analysis;
  • Nocturnal SpO2 evaluation (Desaturation Studies);
  • Polysomnography;
  • Transport duties.

Job Requirements:

Experience

• 1 - 3 years of experience preferred

About Health Saviours

Health Saviours

At Health Saviours, we are passionate about making a difference in the healthcare industry by providing top-notch staffing solutions to meet the evolving needs of healthcare facilities and professionals across the USA. Founded on the principles of integrity, excellence, and compassion, we have established ourselves as a trusted partner in the healthcare community, dedicated to fostering a culture of excellence and support for both our clients and our staff.

Our Vision

Our vision at Health Saviours is to be the leading provider of healthcare staffing solutions, recognized for our unwavering commitment to quality, professionalism, and innovation. We strive to create a world where every healthcare professional feels valued, empowered, and inspired to make a positive impact in the lives of others.

Our Approach

At Health Saviours, we take a personalized approach to staffing, focusing on building meaningful relationships with both our clients and our candidates. We understand that every healthcare facility has unique staffing requirements, and every healthcare professional has unique career goals. That’s why we take the time to listen, understand, and tailor our solutions to meet the specific needs of each client and candidate.

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Holiday Pay
• Retention bonus
• Referral bonus