Travel Respiratory Therapist Zzz Respiratory Therapist Job

Overview
Respiratory Therapist, Zzz Respiratory Therapist, is a travel assignment in Norfolk, Virginia. The start date is 07/20/2026 for 13 weeks, with a weekly pay range of $1,723 to $1,806 and guaranteed hours of 35 per week. Shifts are 3x12 hours, nights, in a skilled nursing facility setting. This temporary assignment is with Healthforce Healthcare LLC, aligning with a travel staffing model for licensed respiratory professionals.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $1,723–$1,806 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 35 per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 3x12 nights
- Location: Norfolk, Virginia
- Setting: Skilled Nursing Facility

Responsibilities
- Deliver prescribed respiratory therapies to residents per physician orders, including inhaled medications, oxygen, airway clearance techniques, and other therapeutic modalities.
- Assess and monitor patient status (oxygen saturation, respiratory rate, work of breathing) and document findings and responses to therapy.
- Calibrate, titrate, and troubleshoot respiratory equipment as directed, ensuring device safety and infection control practices.
- Collaborate with the interprofessional team to modify treatment plans based on patient progress and changing needs.
- Provide patient and family education on respiratory therapies, device use, and safety precautions.
- Maintain accurate records, participate in rounding or team huddles, and ensure timely communication of changes in patient condition.

Requirements
- Active respiratory therapy license to practice in Virginia or eligibility to obtain/transfer licensure as applicable
- Current BLS (CPR) certification
- Graduation from an accredited respiratory therapy program
- Ability to work 3x12 night shifts and meet guaranteed hours
- Experience in a skilled nursing facility or similar long-term care setting is preferred
- Effective communication, documentation, and teamwork skills

Benefits and Support
- Dedicated assignment support from a travel Recruiter
- 24/7 travel and clinical support during the assignment
- Fast credentialing process to help you start on time
- Housing assistance available where applicable
- Nationwide assignments and extension opportunities where available

Find more opportunities
If this position isn’t a fit, apply for other respiratory therapy openings at Healthforce Healthcare LLC by visiting to view additional travel assignments.

Pay disclaimer
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.

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

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

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

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

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