Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $1,984 per week

American Traveler; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 82,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking a Travel Respiratory Therapist for a 13-week assignment in Indianapolis, IN. The position requires night shifts, 12 hours, with 36 hours per week and a focus on ICU-level care. The successful candidate will have active RRT credentials, an IN license, BLS/ACLS, and prior ICU experience, working across affiliate facilities with Cerner charting.

travel experience preferred. American Traveler provides competitive stipends, housing support, and benefits tailored for

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 months of ICU experience within the last 2 years.
• Active NBRC RRT credential and IN or Compact license in hand before start.
• BLS and ACLS required; PALS preferred.
• Education must be accredited by CoARC and CHEA.

Responsibilities

• Ventilator management including BiPAP/CPAP and weaning from mechanical ventilation.
• Administers inhaled medications via aerosol and nebulizer systems.
• Arterial blood gas draws and interpretation.
• Airway management, intubation/extubation assistance, and tracheostomy care.
• Night shift duties with Cerner charting across facilities.

Skills

ICU experience

RRT credential NBRC

BLS/ACLS certified

Education

CoARC-accredited program

CHEA accreditation

Tools

Cerner

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

American Traveler is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Indianapolis, Indiana.

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 11/30/2026
• 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: Nov 30, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with at least 18 months of recent ICU experience for a night shift hospital position requiring every other weekend availability.

Details

• Hospital-based Respiratory Therapy/Neuro Diagnostics unit
• Adult critical care and emergency department patient populations
• Performs ventilator management including BiPAP, CPAP, and weaning from mechanical ventilation
• Administers medications such as Albuterol, Atrovent, and Xopenex via aerosol and nebulizer systems
• Performs arterial blood gas draws and interpretation, airway management, intubation/extubation assistance, and tracheostomy care
• Cerner charting system required
• Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts, 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM
• Every other weekend work required
• Required to float between affiliate hospital campuses

Requirements

• Active RRT credential through NBRC
• IN or Compact license required if applicable, must be in hand prior to start date
• BLS and ACLS certifications required; PALS preferred
• Minimum 18 months of recent ICU experience within the last 2 years
• Education must be accredited through CoARC and regionally accredited through CHEA
• 2 supervisor references required
• SSN and DOB required for consideration

Additional Information

• First-time travelers will be considered for this position
• Local candidates accepted; IN residents are considered local
• Must work 2 of the 3 major holiday pairs: 11/27-11/28, 12/24-12/25, and 12/31-1/1
• Up to 5 days of non-holiday RTO can be auto-approved; additional time off requires facility approval
• Former IU Health perm or PRN employees must wait 12 months before applying as a traveler
• Current or past IU Health travelers with 12 months of accrued travel employment must take a consecutive break to reset eligibility (90 days for out-of-state residents, 180 days for in-state residents)
• Scrubs and standard hospital dress code expected

American Traveler Job ID #P-782688. 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.