Travel NICU Respiratory Therapist - $3,154 per week

American Traveler; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 109,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for NICU travel assignment in Charlottesville, VA. The role requires Level 4 NICU experience and RRT certification, night shifts, 4x12s, with 48 hours per week, and travel employment.

Responsibilities include neonatal/pediatric care, ventilation support, and coordination with a pediatric critical care team. A BSN is preferred and Epic EMR experience is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year NICU and PICU experience required.
• Level 4 NICU experience required.
• Cardiac PICU experience preferred.
• Teaching hospital experience preferred.
• BSN preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory therapy in a Level 4 NICU setting.
• Collaborate with pediatric critical care team.
• Manage neonatal and pediatric ventilators and airway support.
• Support high-risk deliveries and inter-departmental transports.

Skills

NICU experience

PICU experience

Ventilator management

ABG interpretation

Airway management

Team collaboration

Education

BSN preferred

Tools

Epic EMR

Neonatal/Pediatric ventilators

CPAP/BiPAP

HFOV

Jet ventilator

Job description

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

Job Description & Requirements

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

• Specialty: Certified Respiratory Therapy - NICU
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 11/23/2026
• Duration: 26 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
• Hours: 48 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Nov 23, 2026
• Length: 26 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for a NICU position at a children's hospital requiring Level 4 NICU experience and RRT certification.

Details

• Work in a Level 4 NICU at a children's hospital
• Neonatal and pediatric patient population with cardiac PICU experience preferred
• Night shift, 4x12 hour shifts from 19:00 to 7:00
• Every other weekend required
• Must work 2 of the 3 winter holidays
• Unit uses a self-scheduling model, though specific shifts are not guaranteed
• Floating required within scope of practice as needed

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of NICU and PICU experience required
• Level 4 NICU experience required
• Cardiac PICU experience preferred
• Teaching hospital experience preferred
• BSN preferred
• Required certifications: RRT, BLS, NRP
• PALS preferred
• ACCS preferred
• VA state license required (license required if applicable), pending license accepted if candidate holds an active license in another state
• Epic EMR experience required
• Experience with neonatal/pediatric ventilators, CPAP/BiPAP, high frequency oscillator, and jet ventilator
• Skilled in ABG interpretation and airway management procedures including intubation assist and tracheostomy care
• Proficient in medication delivery systems including nebulizers, MDIs, and aerosol setups
• Experience caring for patients with ARDS, BPD, respiratory distress syndrome, and other neonatal/pediatric respiratory conditions
• Two professional references required
• Copies of all required certifications required for consideration

Additional Information

• Provide respiratory therapy services to critically ill neonatal and pediatric patients in a Level 4 NICU setting
• Participate in high-risk deliveries and inter-departmental neonatal transports
• Collaborate with a pediatric critical care team
• Time off requests around the Christmas holiday cannot be accommodated
• Maximum of 40 hours of requested time off per 13-week contract, all of which must be disclosed prior to offer acceptance
• Any vacation time planned between offer acceptance and start date must be disclosed early to coordinate an appropriate start date
• Previous UVA Health employment as permanent staff or traveler must be disclosed; a 1-year separation and leadership approval is required for returning staff
• External travelers may not exceed 365 total assignment days and are not eligible to return once that threshold is reached
• First-time travelers may be considered

American Traveler Job ID #P-782703. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 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.