Travel PICU Respiratory Therapist - $2,187 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Durham, North Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 06/29/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jun 29, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with PICU/NICU experience, including Level IV NICU and high-frequency ventilator skills, for a 13-week night shift travel contract.

Details

• Pediatric ICU (PICU) setting at an academic medical center
• Patients include critically ill pediatric patients with cardiac anomalies and complex respiratory needs
• Experience with high-frequency jet ventilators and oscillating ventilators required in this unit
• Night shift: 3x12-hour shifts, 18:45–07:15
• Schedule is published in 6-week blocks
• 6 weekend shifts required per schedule block
• No on-call requirement
• Local candidates within 75 miles of the facility are eligible at a reduced rate
• 13-week contract

Requirements

• Current NC RRT license or Compact RRT license in hand at time of consideration — license required if applicable
• Active certifications required: ACLS, BLS, NRP, and PALS — all must be in hand at time of consideration
• Minimum 2 years of experience in NICU, pediatric critical care, pediatrics, and ED
• Level IV NICU experience required
• Experience with high-frequency jet ventilators and oscillating ventilators required
• Experience with pediatric cardiac anomalies required
• Level 1 trauma experience required
• 1 supervisory reference from within the last year required
• Full SSN and DOB required for consideration
• Flu vaccine required seasonally (October 31 – March 31); no exemptions accepted

Additional Information

• First-time travelers are eligible to apply for this position
• Orientations are held bi-weekly

American Traveler Job ID #P-715961. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel Respiratory Therapist - PICU RT

About 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.