Travel NICU Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - $1,987 per week

American Traveler, LLC.; Newnan (GA); On-site; USD 77,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium benefits

Housing stipend

24/7 support

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for a Level III NICU night shift position in Newnan, Georgia. The role requires 2+ years NICU experience and the ability to work independently with high-risk deliveries.

Shifts are 12 hours, nights, 36 hours per week, with no on-call requirements. Epic EMR experience is required, and travel experience is preferred. This travel assignment offers comprehensive benefits and support for a safe, professional placement.

Qualifications

• Active RRT certification is required.
• NRP and PALS certifications required.
• Minimum 2 years NICU experience required.
• Prior travel experience required.
• Epic EMR experience required.
• Two supervisory references (Manager level or above) strongly preferred.
• Teaching hospital, community hospital, and Trauma Level I/II experience preferred.
• Proficiency in neonatal ventilator management including HFOV, HFJV, SIMV, IMV, CPAP, and BiPAP.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive respiratory care to critically ill neonatal patients in a Level III NICU.
• Attend C-sections and high-risk deliveries, assess APGAR scores, determine oxygen needs.
• Perform surfactant administration and neonatal blood gas sampling.
• Set initial ventilator parameters and operate oscillating ventilators.
• Resuscitate newborns post-delivery as needed.
• Floating within facility as required; adhere to scope of practice.

Skills

Active RRT certification

NRP certification

PALS certification

ACLS certification

NICU experience

Travel nursing experience

Epic charting experience

Tools

Epic EMR

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

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

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Certified Respiratory Therapy - NICU
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 11/30/2026
• Duration: 16 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Nov 30, 2026
• Length: 16 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for a Level III NICU night shift position requiring 2+ years NICU experience and the ability to work independently with high-risk deliveries.

Details

• Level III NICU setting requiring independent practice
• Involves attending C-sections and high-risk deliveries, assessing APGAR scores, and determining oxygen needs
• Responsibilities include surfactant administration, drawing capillary and umbilical artery catheter blood gases, setting initial ventilator parameters, and operating oscillating ventilators
• Must be able to resuscitate newborns post-delivery as needed
• Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts (6:45 PM - 7:15 AM)
• Every other weekend required
• No call requirements
• Floating required within facility and scope of practice as needed
• Epic charting system experience required

Requirements

• Active RRT certification
• NRP and PALS certifications required
• ACLS certification preferred
• Minimum 2 years of NICU experience required
• Prior travel experience required
• Epic EMR experience required
• Teaching hospital, community hospital, and Trauma Level I/II experience preferred
• Proficiency in neonatal ventilator management including HFOV, HFJV, SIMV, IMV, CPAP, and BiPAP
• Skilled in neonatal airway management including intubation, extubation, and suctioning
• Experience with capillary and umbilical blood gas sampling
• Competent in ABG interpretation
• Experience with neonatal medication delivery and administration including inhaled nitric oxide
• Active professional license required if applicable
• Two supervisory references (Manager level or above) strongly preferred
• Copies of required certifications needed for consideration

Additional Information

• Provide comprehensive respiratory care to critically ill neonatal patients in a Level III NICU
• Work independently while applying strong critical thinking skills in high-acuity situations
• Assist with neonatal transports both inter-departmental and via ambulance
• First-time travelers will not be considered for this unit
• Maximum of 7 days RTO per contract, which must be finalized at time of submission
• No RTO requests permitted during orientation week
• Holiday coverage required based on number of major holidays occurring during the assignment
• Full compliance required by start date to avoid scheduling delays
• Local candidates accepted at the same pay rate
• Former Piedmont employees must be separated from all Piedmont facilities for one full year before returning as a traveler
• Travelers previously cancelled or deemed not eligible to return must complete one assignment outside Piedmont before reapplying

American Traveler Job ID #P-784385. 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.