Travel NICU Respiratory Therapist - $2,137 per week

American Traveler; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 91,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Life insurance

401(k) match

Housing stipend

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking a Pediatric/ NICU Respiratory Therapist travel assignment in St. Louis, Missouri. The role requires RRT certification and 2+ years in NICU/PICU, with night shifts on a 12-hour schedule and 36 hours per week for 13 weeks.

The candidate will work in a Level I trauma pediatric hospital environment, with EPIC charting and no on-call requirements. Travel experience and license as applicable are preferred.

Qualifications

• Current RRT certification required.
• BLS certification required.
• NRP and PALS certifications preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of NICU/PICU experience.
• Teaching hospital experience preferred.
• Trauma Level I experience preferred.
• Experience with neonatal/pediatric ventilator management.
• Experience with airway management including intubation and tracheostomy care.
• Experience with ABG interpretation.
• Licensure as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care to critically ill neonatal and pediatric patients.
• Perform ventilator management, weaning, and troubleshooting.
• Assist with high-risk deliveries and airway management.
• Collaborate with pediatric critical care team.

Skills

RRT certification

BLS certification

NRP certification

PALS certification

2+ years NICU/PICU

Teaching hospital experience

Trauma Level I experience

Ventilator management

Airway management

ABG interpretation

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

American Traveler is seeking a travel Certified Respiratory Therapy - NICU for a travel job in St. Louis, Missouri.

American Traveler is seeking a travel Certified Respiratory Therapy - NICU for a travel job in St. Louis, Missouri.

• Specialty: Certified Respiratory Therapy - NICU
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 12/14/2026
• 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 14, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Pediatric Respiratory Therapist for a Level I trauma children's hospital, requiring RRT certification and 2+ years of NICU/PICU experience.

Details

• Work in a Children's Acute Care Hospital that also serves as a teaching facility
• Pediatric Critical Care, NICU, and Emergency Department settings
• Level I trauma facility
• Night shift, 3x12 hour shifts from 19:00 to 7:30
• Weekend coverage required every other weekend
• No floating or on-call requirements
• EPIC charting system used

Requirements

• Current RRT certification required
• BLS certification required
• NRP and PALS certifications preferred
• Minimum 2 years of experience with required NICU and/or PICU background
• Teaching hospital experience preferred
• Trauma Level I experience preferred
• Experience with neonatal and pediatric ventilator management, including oscillating ventilators and BiPAP/CPAP
• Experience with airway management including intubation assist, extubation, and tracheostomy care
• Experience with medication delivery systems and administration for respiratory conditions
• Experience interpreting arterial blood gases (ABGs)
• License required if applicable

Additional Information

• Provide respiratory care services to critically ill neonatal and pediatric patients
• Perform ventilator management, weaning, and troubleshooting for pediatric and neonatal patients
• Assist with high-risk deliveries and airway management procedures
• Collaborate with pediatric critical care team
• Scrub color is flexible or facility-branded attire may be worn
• First-time travelers accepted
• Local candidates accepted
• Maximum of 2 RTO requests allowed during the contract, with no RTO permitted during the first week of assignment

American Traveler Job ID #P-786843. 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 - Pediatric 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.