Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - NICU - $2,239 per week

American Traveler; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Housing stipend

401(k) match

24/7 support

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for a 13-week night shift travel assignment in Peoria, Illinois. This role requires 36 hours per week on a 12-hour night schedule in a large acute care hospital.

At least 2 years of critical care experience is required, along with an active state license and NBRC credentials (RRT preferred). EPIC EMR experience is preferred and ventilator management is a core duty across general, intermediate, and ICU patients.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of critical care experience.
• Experience in a large 300+ bed facility.
• Active state license required.
• RRT/CRT NBRC certification required, RRT preferred.
• BLS certification required.
• EPIC EMR experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver respiratory care including ventilator management for general med, intermediate, and ICU patients.
• Perform bedside treatments and monitor patient response.
• Collaborate with hospitalists and intensivists for 24/7 coverage.
• Ensure charting in EPIC is accurate and up to date.
• No call or floating within the RT department.

Skills

Critical care

RRT/CRT NBRC

EPIC EMR

BLS (AHA)

State license

Certification required

Tools

Servo ventilators

ResMed S9

Trilogy/LTV systems

Job description

American Traveler is seeking a travel Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Peoria, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 11/16/2026
• 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 16, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for a 13-week night shift assignment at a large acute care hospital, requiring at least 2 years of critical care experience.

Details

• Acute care setting within a large (300+ bed) critical care facility
• Respiratory Therapy department caring for general med, intermediate, and ICU patients
• Uses Servo U, Servo i, LTV, and Trilogy ventilators, ResMed S9 for BiPAP/CPAP, and Fisher Paykel heated high flow equipment
• AARC point system used for patient assignments, typically 26-28 points per shift
• EPIC EMR used for charting
• 12-hour night shifts, scheduled 1830-0700
• Every other weekend required (Saturday and Sunday)
• Every other holiday required
• No call or standby call requirements
• No floating required within the RT department
• Team lead available as a resource on each shift, not assigned a patient caseload
• Hospitalist and Intensivist coverage available 24/7

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of experience required
• Experience in a large (300+ bed) critical care facility required
• Critical care experience required
• BLS certification (AHA) required
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) certification via NBRC required, RRT preferred
• EPIC EMR experience preferred
• Active state license required, if applicable
• Negative drug screen required for all panels
• Must not have worked at this facility's health system in the past year

Additional Information

• Deliver respiratory care including ventilator management and treatment administration for general med, intermediate, and ICU patients
• Department-specific orientation includes EPIC training, ventilator review, IPV and specialty equipment review, followed by two 12-hour shifts with a preceptor
• Scrubs of any color are acceptable; scrubs are not provided by the facility
• COVID vaccination is not required for this position
• Local candidates welcome within 50 miles of the facility

American Traveler Job ID #P-782899. 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 - Certified RT/CRT

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.