Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) – Night Shift - Craig, CO

Job Title: Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) – Night Shift
Location: Craig, CO
Assignment Type: Contract

Position Overview

"Navitas Healthcare, LLC" is seeking a skilled and compassionate Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) to join a Cardiopulmonary/Respiratory Therapy team in a hospital setting. This role involves delivering comprehensive respiratory care across neonatal, pediatric, adult, and geriatric patient populations in acute and critical care environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide safe and effective respiratory care as prescribed by physicians
• Perform all respiratory therapy procedures in accordance with departmental policies
• Manage and monitor patients on mechanical ventilation
• Perform airway management including bag-mask ventilation and suctioning
• Assist with intubation procedures and airway stabilization
• Perform and interpret arterial blood gas (ABG) draws
• Initiate, maintain, and adjust ventilator settings based on patient condition
• Monitor respiratory status and recommend appropriate clinical interventions
• Administer respiratory medications and therapies as prescribed
• Accurately document all respiratory care procedures in patient records
• Respond to emergency and critical care situations (ICU, ED, NICU, etc.)
• Troubleshoot respiratory equipment and ensure proper functionality
• Educate patients, families, and staff on respiratory care procedures
• Participate in patient rounds, staff meetings, and in-service training
• Ensure compliance with infection control, safety, and hospital protocols
• Maintain accurate charge capture and clinical documentation

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of a COARC-accredited Respiratory Care Program
• Active Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) credential (NBRC required)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (or ability to obtain within 90 days)
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification (or ability to obtain within 6 months)
• Minimum 1 year of hospital-based respiratory therapy experience
• Strong knowledge of ventilator management and airway care
• Ability to work night shifts in high-acuity environments
• Must meet all facility onboarding and compliance requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in ICU, ER, NICU, or other critical care settings
• Experience with pulmonary diagnostics
• Exposure to cardiac diagnostics (EKG, Holter monitoring, stress testing)
• Strong critical thinking and emergency response skills
• Experience in fast-paced acute care hospital environments

For more details contact at hdavda@navitashealth.com or Call / Text at 516-862-1169.

About Navitas Healthcare, LLC certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.