Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - Pediatrics - $1,940 per week

Cross Country Allied; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 68,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing or housing allowance

Comprehensive health insurance

Dependent health insurance

Competitive salaries

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Direct deposit/free checking

Unlimited free CE credits

401k retirement plan

Referral bonus

Job summary

Cross Country Allied seeks a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for assignment in Fort Wayne, Indiana. The RT will provide pediatric and neonatal respiratory care, evaluate patients, maintain care plans, and adjust treatments as needed.

The position features 12-hour day shifts, 36 hours per week, and a travel assignment with benefits including housing options, health insurance, and competitive compensation. NBRC RRT, BLS, ACLS, NRP certifications and 2 years' experience required.

Qualifications

• RRT credential through NBRC required.
• BLS, ACLS, NRP certifications required.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as an RRT.
• Current state license required for submission.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care to pediatric and neonatal patients.
• Perform patient evaluations and maintain care plans.
• Adjust treatments as needed and support distressed newborn and cesarean section scenarios.
• Collaborate with the care team to ensure safety and quality.

Skills

RRT Credential

Pediatric care

Neonatal care

Patient evaluation

Education

NBRC RRT credential

BLS certification

ACLS certification

NRP certification

State licensure as RRT

Job description

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 11/16/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary

Respiratory Therapist Registered, RT PEDS. This position provides respiratory care to pediatric and neonatal patient populations, performs patient evaluations, maintains care plans, and adjusts treatment appropriately. The role supports therapeutic procedures, including adult intubation and care during distressed newborn and cesarean section scenarios.

Job Details

• Required Qualifications: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential through the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC); Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA); Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA); Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification; minimum of 2 years of experience; current respiratory therapist license required for submission.
• Preferred Qualifications: Five years of experience as a credentialed respiratory care practitioner; adult intubation experience.
• Schedule: Day shifts, 12 hours per shift, 36 hours per week; shifts may be scheduled from 3:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. or 3:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m., with every other weekend and call as needed.
• Additional Information: Provides care to all patient populations for therapeutic purposes, reviews and maintains care plans, performs patient evaluations, and adjusts care appropriately. Supports a team approach for distressed newborn and cesarean section care. Respiratory care equipment includes servo ventilators, bilevel positive airway pressure devices, Airvo, Metaneb, and Neo-Tee. The position does not require floating to other units or departments. Department-specific training may last up to 3 weeks and includes preceptor observation and competency validation. Black 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 reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits
• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus

Cross Country Allied Job ID #1341801. 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.