Travel CRT NICU - $2,259 per week

American Traveler, LLC.; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium medical

401(k) match

Housing stipend

24/7 support

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for a Level 4 NICU/Pediatric Cardiac unit in Charleston, SC. CRT certification and 2+ years of pediatric, neonate, and infant experience required. Day shifts are 12 hours, 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM, 36 hours per week.

Travel assignment with a 13-week duration and no on-call requirements. Minimum requirements include BLS, PALS, and NRP; RRT certification preferred. SC RCP license may be required at start.

Qualifications

• CRT certification required.
• Pediatric, neonate, and infant experience required.
• BLS/PALS/NRP certifications required.
• RRT certification preferred.
• SC RCP license required if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory therapy to critically ill neonatal, infant, and pediatric patients in a Level 1 Trauma, Magnet-designated teaching hospital.
• Deliver care in a Level 4 NICU/Pediatric Cardiac unit.
• Work day shift, 12-hour schedule (7:00 AM–7:30 PM).
• Open to floating within scope and to sister facilities depending on experience.

Education

CRT certification

BLS

PALS

NRP

RRT certification

SC RCP license

Job description

American Traveler is seeking a travel Certified Respiratory Therapy - NICU for a travel job in Charleston, South Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Certified Respiratory Therapy - NICU
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 10/19/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Oct 19, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for a Level 4 NICU/Pediatric Cardiac unit requiring CRT certification and 2+ years of pediatric, neonate, and infant experience.

Details

• Work in a Level 4 NICU with a Pediatric Cardiac patient population at a teaching hospital
• CRT NICU unit providing respiratory care to neonatal, infant, and pediatric patients
• Day shift schedule, 3x12 hours, 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM
• Holiday rotation and every other weekend required
• No on-call requirements
• Floating within scope may be required depending on experience
• Floating to sister facilities not required
• Epic EMR used, experience preferred

Requirements

• Minimum 2-3 years of experience required
• Pediatric, neonate, and infant experience required
• CRT certification required
• BLS, PALS, and NRP certifications required
• RRT certification preferred
• AHA-issued certifications only
• South Carolina RCP license required if applicable, must be in hand at time of start
• Teaching hospital and Level 1 Trauma experience preferred
• Bronchoscopy care experience preferred
• Airway management devices/suctioning and extubation skills required
• Epic EMR experience preferred
• Driver's license and SSN required for consideration

Additional Information

• Provide respiratory therapy services to critically ill neonatal, infant, and pediatric patients in a Level 1 Trauma, Magnet-designated teaching hospital
• First-time travelers accepted
• Previous MUSC perm or PRN staff must be separated from the system for 1 year before returning as a traveler
• Block scheduling may be requested prior to assignment but is not guaranteed
• All RTO must be submitted at time of application; approval based on manager and unit needs
• Candidates within 60 miles of the facility are considered local and may be accepted on a case-by-case basis
• Scrub color is Caribbean Blue
• During hurricane season (June-November), staff may be assigned to emergency response teams
• Facility may cancel up to 1 shift per 2 weeks

American Traveler Job ID #P-748709. 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 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.