Location: Lillington, NC

Start Date: 02-23-2026

End Date: 05-25-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Day — 3x12-Hour (07:00 AM - 07:00 PM), typical 3 shifts/week with every-other-weekend coverage required; floats to Betsy Johnson Hospital as needed (Day shift)

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $47 per hour

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality respiratory care, managing ventilators and advanced airway support for critically and medically ill patients
• Assess and interpret arterial blood gases (ABGs) to guide timely interventions
• Provide oxygen therapy, nebulizer treatments, BiPAP/CPAP support and weaning protocols when appropriate
• Safely perform intubation assistance, extubation, suctioning and tracheostomy care
• Document care accurately in Epic and the facility charting system to ensure continuity of care
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams (PT, pharmacy, social work, rapid response) to optimize patient outcomes
• Support transports, special procedures (bronchoscopy) and unit needs; float to Betsy Johnson Hospital as required
• Participate in holiday and weekend coverage, adhering to department call/makeup policies

Qualifications

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) licensure — required
• Minimum 2 years of respiratory therapy experience
• Proficiency with Epic/charting systems — required
• BLS required; ACLS, CPFT, CRT, NRP, PALS, RPFT preferred
• Community hospital experience required; teaching hospital, LTAC and trauma experience preferred
• Must meet facility vaccine guidelines (flu vaccine required; medical/religious exemptions allowed; COVID-19 vaccine not required)
• Able to float within scope to nearby Betsy Johnson Hospital as needed
• Pending license NOT accepted

Knowledge & Skills

• Ventilator management and troubleshooting high-pressure alarms
• Airway management, intubation assistance and tracheostomy care
• Arterial blood gas interpretation and arterial punctures
• High-flow nasal cannula (HFNC), BiPAP, CPAP and noninvasive ventilation
• Nebulizer therapy and various medication delivery systems
• Pulmonary function testing (spirometry, diffusion, lung volumes) experience
• Familiarity with ECMO, neonatal/pediatric support and transport procedures
• Strong documentation skills in Epic and clear interdisciplinary communication

Benefits

• Supportive team environment that values your expertise and growth
• Licensure assistance & reimbursement to keep your credentials current
• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage options for you and your family
• Paid time off to recharge and maintain work-life balance
• Travel reimbursement and housing support for contract teammates
• Referral bonus program to reward you for helping us grow
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities
• A workplace that prioritizes safety, collaboration, and respect

Travel Perks: Explore Lillington, NC

This is a travel assignment in Lillington, NC — a charming small town on the Cape Fear River with easy access to outdoor recreation and big-city day trips. Explore Raven Rock State Park's hiking trails and river views, enjoy fishing or kayaking on the Cape Fear, and check out local cafes and eateries in downtown Lillington. For weekend escapes, Raleigh is a short drive for museums, breweries and live music; Pinehurst and the Sandhills are within easy reach for golf and scenic drives; Fayetteville and local historic sites are nearby too. Perfect for explorers who like a quiet home base with plenty of nearby adventure.

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