Travel Respiratory Therapist Job

Overview
Respiratory Therapist travel assignment in Norfolk, Virginia. Start date: 04/20/2026. Duration: 13 weeks. 36 guaranteed hours per week. Shift: 3x12 nights (6:30 PM–7:00 AM) with Sundays on the schedule. Setting: Skilled Nursing Facility. Weekly pay: $1,601-$1,655 per week. Employment Type: Travel - Temporary Assignment. Date posted: 03/25/2026. Valid through: 07/18/2026. Hiring organization: Healthforce Healthcare LLC. Apply at

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $1,601-$1,655 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 36 per week
- Assignment duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 3x12 nights (6:30 PM–7:00 AM), Sundays on the schedule
- Start date: 04/20/2026
- Setting: Skilled Nursing Facility travel assignment

Responsibilities
- Deliver respiratory care per physician orders, including therapies such as oxygen administration, airway clearance, and humidification.
- Monitor respiratory status, vitals, and response to treatment; report changes to the interdisciplinary team.
- Set up, operate, and troubleshoot respiratory therapy equipment; ensure infection control and patient safety.
- Manage ventilator support and related protocols as scoped by facility policy; document care in the electronic health record.
- Educate patients and families on respiratory therapies, transfers, and post-discharge considerations when applicable.

Requirements
- Education: Degree in Respiratory Therapy (Associate or higher) from an accredited program.
- Licensure: Virginia Respiratory Therapist license or eligibility; active licensure preferred.
- Certification: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required; additional certifications as per policy are desirable.
- Experience: Minimum 1 year of respiratory therapy experience; skilled nursing facility or acute care experience preferred.
- Availability: Ability to work a 3x12 night shift, including Sundays, in a skilled nursing facility environment.

Benefits and Support
- 36 guaranteed hours per week
- Weekly pay range: $1,601-$1,655
- Assignment duration of 13 weeks
- Travel assignment support from Healthforce Healthcare LLC
- Dedicated support for the duration of the assignment

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Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.

About Healthforce

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.

We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs , allied health travel assignments , and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.

Travel Nursing and Allied Health Opportunities Nationwide

Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.

• Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more
• Allied health travel jobs including CT Tech, Rad Tech, PT, OT, Respiratory, and more
• Local contract and per diem opportunities
• Short-term and 13-week travel assignments

Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.

What Makes Healthforce Different

We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.

• Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
• Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly
• Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start
• 24/7 support while you are on assignment
• Nationwide job access across multiple specialties and care settings

We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.

Built for Travel Nurses and Allied Professionals

Healthforce is designed around the needs of today’s travel healthcare workforce. We make it easier for clinicians to move quickly, stay informed, and access strong opportunities across the country.

• Quick submissions to open jobs
• Access to multiple job options at once
• Flexible assignment locations
• Ongoing support throughout your contract

Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.

Start Your Next Travel Assignment

Healthforce is actively hiring travel nurses and allied healthcare professionals for assignments nationwide.

Apply today to connect with a recruiter and explore current travel nursing and allied health job opportunities.