Travel NICU Respiratory Therapist - $2,465 per week

Cross Country Allied; Richland (WA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing or generous housing

Comprehensive health insurance with Rx

Dependent health insurance with Rx

Competitive salaries

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Direct deposit/free checking

Unlimited CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Allied is seeking a Travel Certified Respiratory Therapy - NICU in Richland, Washington. The RT will provide neonatal, pediatric, and adult respiratory care with a focus on Level III/IV NICU cases in a high-acuity setting.

Schedule features rotating 12-hour shifts, 36 hours per week, weekend coverage, and a tax-free stipend package. The candidate must have 2+ years of experience, relevant certifications, and a valid compact state license.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of respiratory therapy experience.
• Current compact state license in hand at submission.
• Certifications include ACLS, BLS, NRP, PALS, RRT, CRT, and either ENPC or another PALS certification.
• Level III or Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit experience.
• Experience with electronic charting.

Responsibilities

• Rotating 12-hour shifts with a minimum of 36 hours per week; weekend coverage required.
• Provide respiratory care for neonates, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics with focus on NICU patients.
• Support high-acuity neonatal care including mechanical ventilation and neonatal procedures.

Skills

ACLS

BLS

NRP

PALS

RRT

CRT

ENPC

NICU experience

electronic charting

Job description

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Certified Respiratory Therapy - NICU for a travel job in Richland, Washington.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Certified Respiratory Therapy - NICU
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 12/14/2026
• Duration: 26 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary

Respiratory Therapist Registered, RT PEDS. This position provides respiratory care for neonates, infants, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients, with a primary focus on Level III or Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit care. The role requires clinical expertise in advanced respiratory support, neonatal procedures, mechanical ventilation, and care coordination across departments.

Job Details

• Schedule: Rotating 12-hour shifts with a minimum of 36 hours per week; weekend coverage is required, including every other weekend.
• Required Qualifications:
  • At least 2 years of respiratory therapy experience.
  • Current compact state license in hand at submission.
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Basic Life Support (BLS), Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Respiratory Therapist Registered (RRT), Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT), and either Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENPC) or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification.
  • Level III or Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit experience.
  • Required experience with electronic charting.
• Preferred Qualifications:
  • Level II Neonatal Intensive Care Unit experience.
  • Level I or Level II trauma experience.
  • Experience with Bunnell jet ventilation.
• Float: Float rotation may be required.
• Additional Information:
  • The position may float between departments and requires flexibility with rotating assignments.
  • Patient care includes neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations.
  • Respiratory care responsibilities include high-frequency jet and oscillating ventilation, bubble continuous positive airway pressure, high-flow nasal cannula therapy, airway management, neonatal intubation assistance, tracheostomy care, arterial blood gas collection and interpretation, pulmonary hygiene, suctioning, and ventilator weaning.
  • The role supports high-risk deliveries and the management of conditions including acute respiratory distress syndrome, aspiration, cystic fibrosis, pneumonia, and other complex respiratory conditions.
  • Three of five designated holidays must be worked.
  • One orientation day is included.

Benefits

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

Cross Country Allied Job ID #1352893. 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: RT - RRT Respiratory Therapist Registered.

About Cross Country Allied

You bring the expertise. We bring the support you deserve. At Cross Country, we connect allied professionals with flexible opportunities designed around what matters most - your goals, your growth, and your wellbeing. Whether you specialize in imaging, respiratory, surgical, or lab work, we’re here to champion your success with nationwide roles, hands-on support, and a team that sees you as essential. Because this isn’t just work. It’s your purpose.

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus