Travel Respiratory Therapist Registered Respiratory Therapist Job
Herrin, IL
Contracted
Herrin Hospital (HH)
Mid Level
Take your expertise as a Registered Respiratory Therapist and transform patient care through a dynamic travel opportunity designed for impact, growth, and reliability. This assignment centers on Herrin, Illinois, with an opening that begins on 12/29/2025 and continues across a series of weeks, delivering meaningful respiratory support in diverse clinical settings. As an RRT, you’ll play a pivotal role in stabilizing patients, optimizing ventilation, and guiding families through challenging moments. You’ll collaborate with physicians, nurses, and rehabilitation teams to elevate care pathways from acute admissions to post-acute transitions. Your clinical leadership will help patients breathe easier, reclaim daily activities, and experience a renewed sense of hope. This travel program is built to honor your expertise, respect your time, and support your professional trajectory from day one through every assignment you complete, driving both personal satisfaction and measurable outcomes for the patients you serve.
Herrin offers southern Illinois charm with a backdrop of outdoor beauty and community warmth. In this region, you’ll enjoy proximity to the Shawnee National Forest, Garden of the Gods, Giant City State Park, and Rend Lake, where weekend outings can recharge your focus and energy. The local healthcare ecosystem is collaborative and patient-centered, providing a supportive environment where you can apply advanced respiratory techniques and expand your repertoire. For clinicians who love exploring, the program also presents opportunities to rotate through multiple locations across Illinois and the broader United States, exposing you to varied patient populations, different hospital cultures, and new clinical challenges. This combination of steady assignment, predictable hours, and a welcoming community creates a balanced lifestyle that supports professional excellence and personal well-being.
In this assignment, your responsibilities will include comprehensive ventilator management, ongoing assessment and optimization of respiratory status, airway clearance techniques, airway care, and coordination with multi-disciplinary teams to drive optimal patient outcomes. You’ll interpret ABGs, adjust ventilator settings to promote weaning and improve oxygenation, and participate in rounds, care planning, and family education. You’ll have the chance to mentor junior staff, share evidence-based practices, and contribute to unit performance improvements. The role emphasizes growth within the respiratory therapy specialty, offering exposure to complex cases, diverse clinical scenarios, and leadership opportunities as you demonstrate clinical judgment and compassionate care. The package features a competitive weekly pay range between $1,662 and $1,783, with guaranteed hours at 36 per week, and structured pathways for contract extensions should both you and the facility find continued value. In addition to financial stability, you’ll have access to relocation support or housing assistance to ease transitions, with flexible scheduling designed to accommodate personal commitments. A potential sign-on or completion bonus may be offered where applicable, and you’ll benefit from 24/7 comprehensive support—from travel coordination and credentialing to real-time troubleshooting and on-call assistance—so you’re never navigating a hurdle without a trusted partner by your side. You’ll also gain access to continuing education resources, clinical coaching sessions, and opportunities to advance your practice through specialty tracks and cross-site collaboration.
Our values center on empowering clinicians to grow while delivering compassionate, patient-centered care. We invest in your development by providing opportunities for specialty training, leadership exposure, and collaborative projects that broaden your professional horizons. You’ll work within a culture that prioritizes safety, respect, and teamwork, underpinned by transparent communication and a dedicated focus on your well-being, especially for traveling roles that require adaptability and resilience. The organization’s commitment to career advancement means you’re not just filling shifts—you’re building a pathway to broader clinical influence, enhanced skills, and a stronger professional network.
Ready to take the next step and shape respiratory care for patients in Herrin and beyond? Apply today to join a company that values your clinical expertise, your voice, and your professional ambitions. Please note: the hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process. The assignment duration is defined in weeks and may be extended based on mutual agreement and facility needs. Your journey begins with a role that respects your talent, supports your growth, and celebrates the difference you make in every breath you help restore.
Herrin offers southern Illinois charm with a backdrop of outdoor beauty and community warmth. In this region, you’ll enjoy proximity to the Shawnee National Forest, Garden of the Gods, Giant City State Park, and Rend Lake, where weekend outings can recharge your focus and energy. The local healthcare ecosystem is collaborative and patient-centered, providing a supportive environment where you can apply advanced respiratory techniques and expand your repertoire. For clinicians who love exploring, the program also presents opportunities to rotate through multiple locations across Illinois and the broader United States, exposing you to varied patient populations, different hospital cultures, and new clinical challenges. This combination of steady assignment, predictable hours, and a welcoming community creates a balanced lifestyle that supports professional excellence and personal well-being.
In this assignment, your responsibilities will include comprehensive ventilator management, ongoing assessment and optimization of respiratory status, airway clearance techniques, airway care, and coordination with multi-disciplinary teams to drive optimal patient outcomes. You’ll interpret ABGs, adjust ventilator settings to promote weaning and improve oxygenation, and participate in rounds, care planning, and family education. You’ll have the chance to mentor junior staff, share evidence-based practices, and contribute to unit performance improvements. The role emphasizes growth within the respiratory therapy specialty, offering exposure to complex cases, diverse clinical scenarios, and leadership opportunities as you demonstrate clinical judgment and compassionate care. The package features a competitive weekly pay range between $1,662 and $1,783, with guaranteed hours at 36 per week, and structured pathways for contract extensions should both you and the facility find continued value. In addition to financial stability, you’ll have access to relocation support or housing assistance to ease transitions, with flexible scheduling designed to accommodate personal commitments. A potential sign-on or completion bonus may be offered where applicable, and you’ll benefit from 24/7 comprehensive support—from travel coordination and credentialing to real-time troubleshooting and on-call assistance—so you’re never navigating a hurdle without a trusted partner by your side. You’ll also gain access to continuing education resources, clinical coaching sessions, and opportunities to advance your practice through specialty tracks and cross-site collaboration.
Our values center on empowering clinicians to grow while delivering compassionate, patient-centered care. We invest in your development by providing opportunities for specialty training, leadership exposure, and collaborative projects that broaden your professional horizons. You’ll work within a culture that prioritizes safety, respect, and teamwork, underpinned by transparent communication and a dedicated focus on your well-being, especially for traveling roles that require adaptability and resilience. The organization’s commitment to career advancement means you’re not just filling shifts—you’re building a pathway to broader clinical influence, enhanced skills, and a stronger professional network.
Ready to take the next step and shape respiratory care for patients in Herrin and beyond? Apply today to join a company that values your clinical expertise, your voice, and your professional ambitions. Please note: the hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process. The assignment duration is defined in weeks and may be extended based on mutual agreement and facility needs. Your journey begins with a role that respects your talent, supports your growth, and celebrates the difference you make in every breath you help restore.
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