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Shift: Variable, 3x12hrs
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Hours: 36 hrs/wk
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Start Date: Jun 15, 2026
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Length: 13 weeks
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Openings: 2
American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist with NICU stabilization experience for a 13-week night shift contract at a regional medical center requiring candidates to live at least 50 miles from the facility.
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13-week travel contract at a regional medical center
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Night shift hours, 6:00 PM – 6:00 AM
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12-hour shifts, 36 hours per week
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Varied shift days with every other weekend required
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Respiratory therapy services provided across all care sites within the facility
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Neonatal stabilization responsibilities, including ventilation support until transport (flight) team arrives
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RRT credential required
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Minimum 2 years of experience as a Respiratory Therapist in a U.S. hospital setting
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NICU or neonatal stabilization experience required
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Current certifications required: ACLS, BLS, PALS, and NRP (AHA-issued only)
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ABG license required if applicable
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Active, unrestricted state license required (no pending licensure accepted)
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U.S. Social Security Number required for consideration
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Date of birth required for consideration
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Two manager or supervisor references preferred, verifying experience within the most recent 12 months, with at least one from the most recent employer
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Candidates must reside at least 50 miles from the facility
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Administer respiratory care per physician prescription, including diagnostic evaluation, patient management, education, rehabilitation, and cardiopulmonary care
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Responsibilities include obtaining and analyzing physiological specimens, interpreting physiologic data, and performing cardiopulmonary tests and studies
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Applies and monitors medical gases, environmental control systems, mechanical ventilatory support, artificial airway care, bronchopulmonary hygiene, and pharmacological agents related to respiratory care
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Supports hemodynamic cardiovascular and cardiopulmonary rehabilitation services
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CPI certification may be mandated by position — confirm details during the hiring process
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First-time travelers are not explicitly excluded, but 2 years of U.S. hospital experience in the specialty is required
