Travel NICU Registered Respiratory Therapist - $2,412 per week

American Traveler; Baltimore (MD); Presencial; USD 118.000 - 146.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for a NICU/multi-specialty role in Baltimore, MD, working night shifts with 3x12h blocks and a 36‑hour week. The assignment spans NICU, PICU, and adult critical care, requiring strong NICU/PICU experience and proficiency in high-frequency ventilators, nitric oxide therapy, and complex airway management.

Active RRT licensure (MD license where applicable), ACLS/BLS/NRP/PALS, and 2+ years of relevant experience are preferred.

Formación

• Active RRT license required.
• 1 year of strong NICU/adult critical care experience acceptable with pediatric experience.
• ACLS, BLS, NRP and PALS certifications required.
• NICU and PICU experience essential.
• Competence in adult care settings (ER, Med/Surg ICU) and all age groups.
• Community hospital experience preferred; trauma experience beneficial.
• High-frequency jet/oscillating ventilators and nitric oxide therapy exposure.
• Neonatal and pediatric intubation experience; ventilator management including BiPAP/CPAP/SIMV/IMV.
• ABG drawing and interpretation skills.
• First-time travelers welcome with strong NICU/PICU/adult care skillset.

Responsabilidades

• Provide critical care respiratory services across NICU, PICU, and adult care as needed.
• Support high‑risk deliveries and neonatal/pediatric transports.
• Perform airway management including intubation assistance, extubation, suctioning.
• Manage ventilators and administer aerosols per patient protocol.

Conocimientos

Active RRT license

ACLS

BLS

NRP

PALS

NICU experience

PICU experience

Ventilator management

Arterial blood gas interpretation

Epic charting

Herramientas

Epic charting system

Descripción del empleo

American Traveler is seeking a travel Certified Respiratory Therapy - NICU for a travel job in Baltimore, Maryland.

American Traveler is seeking a travel Certified Respiratory Therapy - NICU for a travel job in Baltimore, Maryland.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Certified Respiratory Therapy - NICU
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 12/07/2026
• 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: Dec 7, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for a NICU/multi-specialty position requiring strong NICU, PICU, and adult critical care experience across all patient age groups on night shift.

Details

• Level 3/4 NICU setting with inter-departmental and ambulance patient transport capability
• Average daily census of 6-7 ventilated patients with 12 beds/rooms and a 1:12 ratio
• High-frequency jet ventilators commonly in use with 3-4 running at all times in the NICU
• Equipment includes Maquet Servo i, Draeger V500, Jet Ventilation, Oscillation, and Nitric Oxide therapy
• Patient population spans neonates through geriatrics
• Night shift schedule with 3x12 or 4x12 hour shifts (19:00-07:30)
• Every other weekend required
• Holiday coverage required as scheduled
• Floating required within specialty across all patient care settings requiring respiratory support, including adult care areas
• No pre-scheduled on-call requirement
• Epic charting system preferred

Requirements

• Active RRT license (MD state license required if applicable)
• ACLS, BLS, NRP, and PALS certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of experience preferred; 1 year considered with strong pediatric/adult experience
• Strong NICU and PICU experience required
• Competency caring for adult patients in settings such as ER, Level 1 Trauma, and Med/Surg ICU required
• Experience with all patient age groups required
• Community hospital experience required
• Teaching hospital and Trauma Level I/II experience preferred
• Experience with high-frequency jet ventilators, oscillating ventilators, and nitric oxide therapy
• Direct intubation experience in both neonatal and pediatric populations
• Experience with ventilator management including BiPAP, CPAP, SIMV, and IMV
• Arterial blood gas drawing and interpretation skills
• First-time travelers considered with strong NICU, PICU, and adult care skillset

Additional Information

• Provide critical care respiratory therapy services across NICU, PICU, and adult care settings as needed
• Support high-risk deliveries and neonatal/pediatric transports
• Perform airway management including intubation assist, extubation, and suctioning
• Manage patients with conditions such as ARDS, RDS, RSV, bronchopulmonary dysplasia, and ECMO support
• Administer medications and aerosol treatments via mask and tracheostomy setups
• Navy blue scrub color required
• Local candidates considered at a reduced local rate
• Travelers are expected to float within scope to any unit requiring respiratory support with no restrictions

American Traveler Job ID #P-783438. 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 stipints, 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.