Location: Glenwood Springs, CO

Start Date: 03-17-2026

End Date: 06-16-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Night shifts, 2 × 12-hour shifts per week (exact start/end times and days vary; position is night shift)

Hours per Week: 24

Candidate Pay Rate: $67 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

• Provide expert respiratory care and ventilator management for patients of all ages and acuity levels
• Perform respiratory diagnostic procedures and interpret results to guide care
• Manage neonatal and pediatric respiratory needs with evidence-based practice and compassion
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and multidisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes
• Respond to respiratory emergencies and participate in resuscitation efforts when needed
• Document assessments, interventions and patient progress accurately in the medical record
• Educate patients and families on respiratory care plans, equipment and follow-up needs
• Maintain equipment, follow infection control protocols and adhere to departmental policies

Qualifications

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) — RRT required; CRT not accepted
• Valid Colorado Registered Respiratory Therapist license (DORA-RT) in good standing
• Current American Heart Association certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS and NRP — all required
• Proven critical care and ventilator management experience
• Neonatal and pediatric respiratory experience required
• Proof of flu vaccination required
• Willingness to work night shifts and provide care across all ages and acuity levels
• Active resume and skill sheet for submission

Education

• Completion of an approved Respiratory Therapy program as required for licensure
• RRT credential required

Knowledge & Skills

• Advanced ventilator management and troubleshooting
• Critical care respiratory assessment and treatment
• Neonatal and pediatric respiratory modalities and protocols
• Respiratory diagnostic procedures (ABGs, PFTs, airway management)
• Familiarity with EMR documentation and accurate charting
• Strong communication, teamwork and patient/family education skills
• Ability to respond quickly in emergencies and work under pressure

Benefits

• Traveler housing options available nearby — fully furnished studio or small one-bedroom close to the hospital with utilities and Wi‑Fi included (based on availability)
• Flexible part-time schedule to support work-life balance
• Licensure assistance and support submitting required documents
• Required certifications (BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP) respected and supported
• A collaborative team that values your critical care expertise
• On-site conveniences nearby (laundry, furnished move-in ready housing options)
• Opportunity to broaden neonatal, pediatric and adult critical care experience
• Friendly local staff and a supportive environment for travelers

Travel Perks: Explore Glenwood Springs, CO

Glenwood Springs is a gem for outdoor lovers — soak in the famous hot springs, explore the scenic Hanging Lake trail, ride the alpine attractions at Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park, or hit the Colorado River for rafting and fishing. Nearby ski areas and mountain towns (Aspen, Sunlight Mountain Resort, Vail region access) make weekend trips easy. Quaint downtown dining, local breweries and great hiking/biking trails give travelers plenty to do when you’re off duty.

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