Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - Pediatric - $1,265 per week

Cross Country Allied; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing or housing allowance

Health insurance

Dependent health insurance

Competitive salaries

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Direct deposit/free checking

Unlimited CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Allied is seeking a Travel Respiratory Therapist in Nashville, TN, to provide pediatric respiratory care in a high‑acuity setting. The role includes ventilator management, airway care, and patient assessment on a 36‑hour weekly night schedule.

This 16‑week travel assignment requires RRT/CRT credential, BLS, ACLS, and may involve PALS. Experience with Drager/V60/Vapotherm/Metaneb devices is beneficial, with scrubs in black, gray, or raspberry hues.

Qualifications

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) credential.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification.
• PALS certification (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Bronchodilator therapy.
• Arterial blood gas collection and analysis.
• Airway clearance and tracheostomy care.
• Ventilator management and intubation assistance.
• Patient assessment and high‑flow oxygen therapy.
• Patient transport and code blue response.

Skills

RRT/CRT credential

BLS certification

ACLS certification

PALS certification

Tools

Drager ventilators

Phillips V60 systems

Vapotherm

Metaneb devices

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Nashville, Tennessee.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 11/23/2026
• Duration: 16 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary

Nashville, TN Respiratory Therapist Registered specializing in pediatric respiratory care. This position provides respiratory therapy services in a high‑acuity setting, including ventilator management, airway care, patient assessment, and emergency response. The role supports neonatal and pediatric patient populations and requires participation in a 36‑hour weekly schedule.

Job Details

• Schedule: Night shifts, 12 hours per shift, with a minimum of 36 hours per week; every other weekend required.
• Required Qualifications: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) credential; Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification.
• Preferred Qualifications: Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification and one year of intensive care unit experience.
• Additional Information: Responsibilities include bronchodilator therapy, arterial blood gas collection and analysis, airway clearance, tracheostomy care, ventilator management, intubation assistance, patient assessment, high‑flow oxygen therapy, patient transport, and code blue response. Experience with Drager ventilators, Phillips V60 systems, Vapotherm, and Metaneb devices is relevant. Black, gray, or raspberry scrubs are required.

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 reimbursement401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

Cross Country Allied Job ID #1340358. 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