Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $1,730 per week

Cross Country Allied; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Respiratory Therapist for a pediatric-focused position in Lafayette, Indiana. The assignment details include a 13-week duration, 36 hours per week, with 12-hour days. Start is 10/05/2026 and end date is 01/04/2027. Requires RRT credentials and pediatric/ICU experience, ACLS/PALS/BLS/NRP, NICU Level 3 skills, and strong EMR proficiency.

Qualifications

• Current Registered Respiratory Therapist credentials and active licensure.
• ACLS, PALS, BLS, and NRP certifications required.
• Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience in acute care settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced respiratory care for pediatric patients in ICU, NICU, and ER.
• Manage ventilators, Bipaps, and heated high flow interfaces.
• Assist with invasive procedures and airway management as needed.

Skills

ACLS

PALS

BLS

NRP

NICU Level 3 skills

1 year experience

Education

Registered Respiratory Therapist credentials

Tools

Ventilators

Bipaps

Heated High Flow

EMR charting

Intubation support

Job description

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Lafayette, Indiana.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 10/05/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary
Respiratory Therapist (RT) Pediatric (PEDS) Location: Unknown. This position involves providing advanced respiratory care for pediatric patients within a dedicated ICU, NICU, and Emergency Care environment. The role requires proficiency in managing ventilators, Bipaps, Heated High Flow units, and assisting with invasive procedures, supporting a high-acuity patient population.

Job Details

• Position: Respiratory Therapist (RT) PEDS specialty, with certification in Registered Respiratory Therapy.
• Location: Unknown.
• Shift: 12-hour shifts, Days from 6am to 6:30pm, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Start Date: October 5, 2026.
• End Date: January 4, 2027.
• Required Qualifications: Current Registered Respiratory Therapist credentials, ACLS, PALS, BLS, NRP certifications, NICU Level 3 skills, and acute care experience in Med Surg, Emergency Room, and ICU settings. Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience managing Bipaps, ventilators, and heated high flow units; assisting with intubations and bedside bronchoscopies; proficient in EMR charting; independent and self-motivated personality willing to work in a Level 3 NICU environment; adaptable to higher acuity patient loads.
• Additional Information: The unit features new state-of-the-art equipment and technology, a cohesive veteran staff, a supportive physician team, and a family-oriented work environment. Dress code includes specified scrub colors, with policies and guidelines available for review.

Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• 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 #1306904. 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