Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - PICU - $3,292 per week

American Traveler; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 105,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking a Pediatric Respiratory Therapist for a travel assignment in Indianapolis, Indiana, focusing on L&D, NICU/PICU, and pediatric respiratory care.

Night shift, 12-hour blocks, 48 hrs/week, with floating among NICU, PICU, or Peds units as needed. Start date 11/16/2026 for a 13-week assignment. Travel staff welcomed, with eligible benefits and tax-free stipends.

Qualifications

• NBRC RRT certification required.
• ACLS and BLS certification required.
• NRP certification required (or ability to obtain once offered).
• PALS certification preferred.
• Indiana state license required (temporary license accepted if permanent application submitted).
• Minimum 2 years of experience, including L&D experience.
• Children's hospital experience within last 3–5 years required; NICU or PICU experience required.
• Education must be accredited by CoARC and CHEA.
• 2 supervisor references required.
• SSN and DOB required for consideration.

Responsibilities

• Ventilator management including BiPAP, CPAP, and weaning from mechanical ventilation.
• Administer respiratory medications and manage airway/tracheostomy care.
• Perform ABG interpretation and pulmonary hygiene procedures.
• Float within hospital or to nearby affiliate hospital as needed.

Skills

NBRC RRT

ACLS

BLS

NRP

PALS

Education

CoARC accreditation

CHEA accreditation

Tools

Cerner charting

Servo U ventilators

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

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

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

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

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
• Hours: 48 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Nov 16, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Pediatric Respiratory Therapist with L&D and PICU/NICU experience for a children's hospital night shift position.

Details

• Pediatric critical care setting primarily in Labor & Delivery (L&D), with home unit assignment to NICU, PICU, or Peds upon arrival
• Home unit may change based on facility need, with floating required among NICU, PICU, and Peds
• Floating to an affiliate hospital nearby may also be required
• Night shift, 3x12 or 4x12 hour shifts
• Every other weekend work required
• Cerner charting system preferred
• Utilizes Servo U ventilators and other neonatal/pediatric respiratory equipment

Requirements

• NBRC RRT certification required
• ACLS and BLS certification required
• NRP certification required (or ability to obtain once offered, depending on unit placement)
• PALS certification preferred
• Indiana state license required (temporary license accepted if permanent application has been submitted) - license required if applicable
• Minimum 2 years of experience, including L&D experience
• Children's hospital experience within the last 3-5 years required; strong candidates from Level I Trauma adult facilities may be considered
• NICU or PICU experience required
• Education must be accredited by CoARC and regionally accredited by CHEA
• 2 supervisor references required
• SSN and DOB required for consideration

Additional Information

• Provide respiratory care primarily within Labor & Delivery, with potential assignment to NICU, PICU, or Peds units
• Perform ventilator management including BiPAP, CPAP, and weaning from mechanical ventilation
• Administer a range of respiratory medications and manage airway/tracheostomy care
• Perform ABG interpretation and pulmonary hygiene procedures
• Float within the hospital or to a nearby affiliate hospital as needed
• Must work 2 of the 3 major holiday pairs: 11/27-11/28, 12/24-12/25, and 12/31-1/1
• RTO of 5 days or less can be auto-approved; additional time off requires facility approval
• First-time travelers are accepted
• 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 or 180 days for in-state residents
• Indiana residents are considered local candidates

American Traveler Job ID #P-772096. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel Respiratory Therapist - Pediatric RT

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.