Travel Respiratory Therapist - $1,861 per week

American Traveler; Lawrenceville (GA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 137,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) match

Housing stipend

24/7 support

In-house clinicians

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for a NICU night shift travel assignment in Lawrenceville, GA. The position requires RRT certification, NBRC credentialing, and two years of NICU experience. Shifts are 12 hours, nights, 3x per week, totaling 36 hours weekly.

The assignment runs 13 weeks with a 50-mile radius exclusion and a tax-free stipend structure. You must be licensed as an RRT in Georgia if applicable and hold BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP certifications.

Qualifications

• NICU respiratory care experience preferred
• NBRC RRT certification required
• Georgia RRT license required if applicable
• AHA BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP certifications required

Responsibilities

• Provide NICU respiratory care during 12-hour night shifts
• Maintain patient safety and comfort during shift rotations
• Collaborate with NICU team to manage vent settings and weanings

Skills

NICU care

Education

NBRC RRT certification

Georgia RRT license (if applicable)

Tools

AHA BLS

ACLS

Job description

American Traveler is seeking a travel Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Lawrenceville, Georgia.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 11/09/2026
• 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 9, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for a NICU night shift position requiring RRT licensure and at least 2 years of recent NICU experience.

Details

• NICU setting within the Respiratory Care department
• 12-hour night shifts, 3 shifts per week
• Schedule varies between 6:45pm-7:15am

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of recent experience in NICU respiratory care
• Georgia RRT license required if applicable
• NBRC RRT certification required
• Current AHA BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP certifications required

Additional Information

• Must work 2 of the 3 major holidays (Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, New Year's Day) and 1 minor holiday (Friday after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, or New Year's Eve)
• RTO must be requested prior to accepting an offer and cannot be requested after
• Returning perm staff must have a 2-year break before returning as a traveler
• Radius requirement of 50 miles; local candidates within this radius will not be considered

American Traveler Job ID #P-737806. 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

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.