Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $1,954 per week

American Traveler; Templeton (CA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium benefits

Housing stipend

401(k) match

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a night shift position in Templeton, CA, with NICU and pediatric experience and required certifications.

The assignment is 13 weeks long, 36 hours per week, with a 12-hour night shift (7:00 PM–7:30 AM) and rotating weekends. Licing and credentials at hire or within 90 days are required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved Respiratory Therapy Program.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) credential required.
• Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of NICU and Pediatric experience.
• BLS certification required.
• NRP, ACLS, and PALS certifications required at hire or within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Assesses and documents appropriateness of prescribed respiratory therapy for patients.
• Administers aerosol and oxygen therapy and maintains patient charts.
• Draws arterial blood gases per policy and physician order.
• Provides care to ventilator-dependent patients and performs drainage procedures.
• Assists in training and supervision of new employees.
• Documents care and maintains treatment records for charting and billing.

Skills

NICU experience

Pediatric experience

Night shift

Education

Respiratory Therapy Program

Tools

NRP

ACLS

PALS

BLS

Job description

American Traveler is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Templeton, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 10/26/2026
• 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: Oct 26, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist for a night shift position requiring NICU and Pediatric experience along with NRP, ACLS, PALS, and BLS certifications.

Details

• Acute care hospital setting within the Respiratory Therapy department
• Provides respiratory care services for adult, geriatric, and pediatric patient populations
• Able to intubate patients
• Night shift schedule, 3x12s, 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM
• Rotating weekend coverage required

Requirements

• Graduate of an approved Respiratory Therapy Program
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) credential required
• Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license preferred
• License required if applicable
• Minimum 2 years of experience in NICU and Pediatric settings
• BLS certification required
• NRP, ACLS, and PALS certifications required at hire or within 90 days

Additional Information

• Assesses and documents appropriateness of prescribed respiratory therapy for patients
• Administers aerosol and oxygen therapy and maintains patient charts
• Draws arterial blood gases per policy and physician order
• Provides care to ventilator-dependent patientsPerforms drainage procedures and provides cardio-respiratory disease care
• Assists in training and supervision of new employees
• Documents care given and maintains treatment records for charting and billing purposes
• Instructs nursing personnel on patient and equipment surveillance after initial installation
• Offers input on patient treatment plans and pulmonary progress
• Completes EMR documentation, flow sheets, and charges for each patient
• Position represented by SEIU
• Candidates with more than 5 days of requested RTO will be automatically declined
• Candidates with a prior hit on their license will not be considered
• Local candidates accepted with no radius rule and local rates matching travel rates

American Traveler Job ID #P-767893. 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 - Registered RT/RRT

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.