Travel Respiratory Therapist Registered Respiratory Therapist Job

Overview
Respiratory Therapist (Registered Respiratory Therapist) travel assignment in Norfolk, Virginia. Start date: 08/31/2026 for 13 weeks. Weekly pay: $1,566–$1,643 per week. Guaranteed hours: 35 per week. Shift: Night shift, 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m., 3x12-hour nights with every other weekend rotation. Setting: Skilled Nursing Facility. Employment type: Travel - Temporary Assignment. Hiring organization: Healthforce Healthcare LLC. This assignment takes place in Norfolk, VA, US.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $1,566–$1,643 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 35 per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: Night shifts, 7:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m., 3x12s with every other weekend
- Start date: 08/31/2026
- Setting: Skilled Nursing Facility

Responsibilities
- Deliver prescribed respiratory therapies to residents, including inhalation therapies, oxygen, suctioning, chest physiotherapy, and aerosolized medications
- Monitor patient status and response to therapies; document findings and adjust plans per physician orders and facility protocols
- Operate, troubleshoot, and maintain respiratory care equipment; ensure proper cleaning and infection control practices
- Collaborate with nursing and therapy teams to develop and adjust individualized care plans
- Document interventions clearly in the resident’s medical record and communicate priority changes to the care team
- Provide patient and family education on respiratory care, device use, and safety

Requirements
- Current Respiratory Therapist licensure in Virginia or eligibility to obtain licensure
- RRT credential preferred; eligible for Virginia licensure if not already licensed
- Ability to work night shifts (7:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m.) and participate in every-other-weekend rotations
- Prior experience in respiratory care; travel or skilled nursing facility experience preferred
- Strong documentation, assessment, and equipment maintenance skills
- Availability for a 13-week travel assignment

Benefits and Support
- Assignment-specific support from Healthforce Healthcare LLC
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support
- Fast credentialing and onboarding processes
- Dedicated resources to assist with scheduling and assignment transitions

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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.

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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
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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
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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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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
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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.

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