Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - NICU
american travelerPortland (ME)
Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - NICU
Posted 4 days ago
american travelerPortland (ME)
SENIORITY
Senior
About the role
Job Description:
American Traveler is seeking a travel Certified Respiratory Therapy - NICU for a travel job in Portland, Oregon. Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Certified Respiratory Therapy - NICU
Discipline: Allied Health Professional
Start Date: 11/23/2026
Duration: 13 weeks36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, nights
Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
Hours: 36 hrs/wkStart Date: Nov 23, 2026 Length: 13 weeks
Openings:
1DescriptionAmerican Traveler is seeking a NICU Respiratory Therapist for a night shift position requiring critical care and NICU experience along with RRT certification. DetailsNICU and critical care respiratory therapy unit within a short term acute care hospital Patient ratio of 1:15 Night shift, 3x12 hour shifts (19:00-7:00) Weekend rotation required every other weekend Block schedule required Floating between units required Charting via Epic
Requirements:
- Active RRT license required (license required if applicable)BLS, ACLS, NRP, and PALS certifications required
- Minimum 2 years of experience required
- Critical care and NICU experience required
- Epic EMR experience required
- Compact state license must be in hand at time of consideration
Additional Information:
- Perform neonatal and pediatric respiratory care including ventilator management, intubation assist, and airway suctioning
- Assist in high-risk deliveries and neonatal transports
- Administer medications and manage ventilation weaning for neonatal/pediatric patients
- Care for patients with conditions such as RDS, RSV, and transient tachypnea of the newborn
- May be required to float between sister facilities within the health system
- Must commit to working 3 of 5 major holidays
- First-time travelers will be considered
- Local candidates accepted at a lower bill rate within a 50-mile radius
- Former permanent staff may return after 3 months but not within 50 miles of the facility2 supervisory references covering 1 year within the last 3 years required
- American Traveler Job ID #P-773332. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel Respiratory Therapist - NICU RTAbout American Traveler
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.
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