Travel Respiratory Therapist - $2,455 per week

American Traveler, LLC.; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for a travel assignment in Waterloo, Iowa, working nights with 36 hours per week in an adult ICU and NICU setting. The role requires CRT/RRT credentials, NICU experience, and EPIC EMR familiarity.

The assignment lasts 13 weeks with a 12-hour night shift schedule and no on-call requirements. Applicants should have NBRC and NRP certifications, Iowa license if applicable, and a valid driver’s license to be considered.

Qualifications

• CRT or RRT required
• Minimum 15 months of hospital respiratory therapy experience
• Recent NICU patient care experience required
• EPIC EMR experience required
• Experience with Hamilton vent, Drager, Airvo, BiPAP/CPAP, and Vasotherm equipment required
• BLS (AHA or ARC) required
• ACLS (AHA) required
• NBRC certification required
• NRP certification required
• IA Respiratory license required if applicable
• Driver's license required for consideration
• Supervisory performance evaluation or reference from within the past 24 months preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory therapy care to critically ill adult ICU and NICU patients using advanced ventilation and monitoring equipment
• Work in a 12-bed ICU setting on a night shift
• Coordinate care with multidisciplinary teams and ensure patient safety and HIPAA compliance

Skills

CRT or RRT

Hospital experience

NICU exposure

EPIC EMR

Education

NBRC certification

Tools

Hamilton vent

Drager devices

Airvo 2/3

V60

Bubble CPAP

Vasotherm

NKV-330

ABL 90 for ABGs

BiPAP/CPAP

EPIC EMR

Job description

American Traveler is seeking a travel Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Waterloo, Iowa.

Job Description & Requirements

American Traveler is seeking a travel Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Waterloo, Iowa.

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 (CRT/RRT) for a night shift role in an adult ICU and NICU setting, requiring 15 months of hospital respiratory experience and recent NICU exposure.

Details

• Work in the Pulmonary Function-Cardio unit treating adult ICU and NICU patients
• 12-bed ICU setting
• Night shift, Friday-Saturday-Sunday, 1800 start, 12-hour shifts, 36 hours per week
• Weekend work as scheduled
• No on-call requirements
• Uses EPIC EMR
• Equipment used includes Airvo 2/3, V60, Nkv-330, Hamilton T-1, Drager V500/V800, Vapotherm, Bubble CPAP, and ABL 90 for ABGs

Requirements

• CRT or RRT required
• Minimum 15 months of respiratory therapy experience in a hospital setting
• Recent NICU patient care experience required36 months of current RRT/Respiratory Therapy experience on resume
• EPIC EMR experience required
• Experience with Hamilton vent, Drager, Airvo, BiPAP/CPAP, and Vasotherm equipment required
• BLS (AHA or ARC) required
• ACLS (AHA) required
• NBRC certification required
• NRP certification required
• IA Respiratory license required if applicable
• Driver's license required for consideration
• Supervisory performance evaluation or reference from within the past 24 months preferred

Additional Information

• Provide respiratory therapy care to critically ill adult ICU and NICU patients using advanced ventilation and monitoring equipment
• Scrubs of any color, tops and bottoms, solids only
• Contractors are required to work 1-2 of the 3 upcoming Winter holidays unless the unit is closed
• Limited time-off requests permitted during the Thanksgiving and Winter holiday periods
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Local candidates within 50 miles of the facility are not eligible based on driver's license address
• Past UnityPoint Health employees may be restricted from travel assignments at other UPH facilities depending on prior employment status

American Traveler Job ID #P-776993. 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.