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Hours Full-time, Part-time
Location Cedar Rapids, Iowa

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Job Description

Deliver critical respiratory care when patients need it most.

We’re seeking skilled and compassionate Respiratory Therapists to support patients with acute and chronic cardiopulmonary conditions. If you thrive in fast‐paced clinical environments and work well with interdisciplinary teams, this per diem role offers meaningful impact and flexible scheduling.

Schedule

  • Per Diem
  • Flexible scheduling based on assignment needs
  • Day and/or night shifts may be available
    (Shift length and exact hours vary by facility)

What You’ll Do

  • Assess, treat, and monitor patients with respiratory and cardiopulmonary conditions
  • Administer oxygen therapy, aerosolized medications, and respiratory treatments
  • Manage and monitor ventilators, CPAP/BiPAP, and other life‐support equipment
  • Perform arterial blood gas (ABG) collection and analysis as required
  • Respond to respiratory emergencies, rapid responses, and code situations
  • Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary care teams
  • Educate patients and families on respiratory conditions, treatments, and equipment use
  • Maintain and troubleshoot respiratory equipment
  • Adhere to infection control, safety standards, and department protocols
  • Document assessments, treatments, and patient responses accurately in the medical record

What We’re Looking For

  • Active Respiratory Therapist license in the state of practice
  • CRT or RRT credential required
  • Minimum of 1 year of recent acute care (hospital) Respiratory Therapy experience required
  • BLS certification required (ACLS preferred depending on assignment)
  • Strong assessment, critical‐thinking, and clinical decision‐making skills
  • Experience with ventilator management and high‐acuity patient populations
  • Ability to remain calm and effective in emergency situations
  • Strong communication skills and a collaborative, team‐oriented mindset

Why You’ll Love This Opportunity
You’ll work with advanced respiratory technology, support critically ill patients, and enjoy the flexibility of per diem scheduling—while making a direct impact on patient outcomes.

 

Company Description
Nursefinders Staffing Division offers employment opportunities with a stable, innovative company in Health Care Staffing, one of the fastest-growing sectors of health care. With Nursefinders, you will be making a difference in people's lives. Whatever position you pursue, we give you the support and tools to accomplish your objective.

With more than 40 years of healthcare staffing experience, Nursefinders is in the business of helping our partners deliver quality care to their patients. As an AMN Healthcare company - the nation's largest provider of healthcare staffing services - we provide access to the largest network of nursing, allied health, and administrative.

We recently have digitized our staffing and have a Mobile Staffing Application which allows all nurses to pick up shifts at their convenience and leisure within just a few clicks. Ask us for more information!

Company Description

Nursefinders Staffing Division offers employment opportunities with a stable, innovative company in Health Care Staffing, one of the fastest-growing sectors of health care. With Nursefinders, you will be making a difference in people's lives. Whatever position you pursue, we give you the support and tools to accomplish your objective. \r\n\r\nWith more than 40 years of healthcare staffing experience, Nursefinders is in the business of helping our partners deliver quality care to their patients. As an AMN Healthcare company - the nation's largest provider of healthcare staffing services - we provide access to the largest network of nursing, allied health, and administrative.\r\n\r\nWe recently have digitized our staffing and have a Mobile Staffing Application which allows all nurses to pick up shifts at their convenience and leisure within just a few clicks. Ask us for more information!

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Posting ID: 1254682829 Posted: 2026-06-19 Job Title: Respiratory Therapist