Job Description American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with at least 2 years of pediatric NICU experience to work night shifts in a hospital setting, with RRT, PALS, and NRP certifications required. Responsibilities Work in a hospital NICU as a Respiratory Therapist specializing in pediatric and neonatal careNight shifts with 12-hour shifts, typically 3 per week (19:00–07:30)Every other weekend and every other holiday requiredCandidates will float within the hospital as required and must be comfortable doing so within their scope of experienceNo on-call responsibilityEMR system is KronosFirst-time travelers with a strong skillset and NICU experience will be consideredMust be comfortable floating within the hospital in accordance with experienceReturn travelers must have a 6-month break from the system before being eligible to returnFormer staff must have a 12-month separation before returning as a travelerOne contract extension is typically allowed before a 6-month break is requiredModules and orientation will be provided as part of onboardingTravelers are required to complete labs within 72 hours of signing the contractHoliday coverage is required as scheduled by the unitBlock schedules or specific scheduling requests cannot be guaranteedRTO requests must be included at the time of initial submission and cannot be changed afterward Requirements Active MD or Compact state license required at time of consideration if applicableMinimum 2 years of experience in pediatric and neonatal respiratory therapy, specifically in the NICURegistered Respiratory Therapist (RRT), PALS, and NRP certifications requiredBLS and ACLS certifications from AHA requiredCPI certification (Calm Every Storm online version) may be required for most unitsTwo satisfactory professional references needed, with at least one from a supervisor/manager and one from a charge RNLocals under 50 miles from the facility are not eligible Benefits High Pay and BonusesMedical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 OptionsGenerous Housing AllowanceNon-taxed Per Diem and SubsidyWeekly Payroll DepositFree Online CEUs401(k) PlanTraveler Rewards and DiscountsTravel and Licensure Reimbursements
American Traveler