Job Title: Respiratory Therapist / Registered Nurse - PPS - Pueblo, CO
Why Apply?
Join a dedicated team providing vital respiratory care in Pueblo, Colorado, with a flexible, part-time scheduletypically just one day per week. Enjoy competitive pay based on completed services, mileage reimbursement, and a predictable, manageable workload. Perfect for clinicians seeking supplemental income while maintaining work-life balance.
Quick Facts
- Location: Pueblo, Colorado
- Start Date: 09/23/2026
- Shift: Wednesdays, approximately 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
- Hours/week: 6-8 hours
- Employment Type: Paid Per Service
- License/Certs: Valid Colorado RRT or RN license required
- Experience: Preferably 1+ year in respiratory or home healthcare
Pay & Benefits
- Pay: Compensation based on completed patient services and setups (PPS model)
- Benefits include:
- Weekly pay schedule via direct deposit
- Competitive pay packages
- Medical benefits (W-2)
- Mileage reimbursement for approved travel
- Licensure, certification, and travel reimbursements where applicable
- Paid sick time and ongoing support from VHS team
What Youll Do
- Provide respiratory therapy and patient education for ventilators, PAP therapy, oxygen, and other respiratory equipment.
- Conduct patient assessments, including medical history, lung function, and blood oxygen levels.
- Set up and troubleshoot invasive and noninvasive ventilators and respiratory devices.
- Monitor equipment performance and adjust settings as needed.
- Educate patients and caregivers on proper equipment use, safety, and compliance.
- Maintain accurate, detailed documentation of all services performed.
- Follow physician orders and Rotech procedures during patient visits.
- Work independently within the Paid Per Service structure but collaborate as part of the clinical team.
What You Need
Required:- Active Colorado RRT or RN license
- Reliable personal vehicle and valid drivers license with a clean driving record
- Strong assessment and patient education skills
- Ability to work independently and manage scheduled patient services
- Ability to troubleshoot respiratory equipment
Preferred:- Respiratory therapy background or experience with ventilators, PAP therapy, oxygen therapy
- At least 1 year of relevant clinical experience
- Experience in home healthcare or durable medical equipment (DME/HME)
- Knowledge of respiratory diagnostics and protocols
About the Assignment
This position offers a unique opportunity to support respiratory patients in Pueblo, Colorado, in a highly focused, flexible role. The clinician will educate, assess, and monitor patients using advanced respiratory equipment, ensuring safe and effective therapy. Work largely independently during a consistent weekly schedule with minimal travel within Pueblo County. This role is ideal for Respiratory Therapists and Registered Nurses seeking to add predictable, supplemental clinical work to their routine.
VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO)/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply
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