Travel Respiratory Therapist Registered - NICU - $1,910 per week

Cross Country Allied; Hoffman Estates (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing or housing allowance

Comprehensive health insurance with Rx

Dependent health insurance with Rx

Competitive salaries

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Direct deposit

CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel assignment in Hoffman Estates, Illinois. You will provide neonatal and pediatric respiratory care in a Level III NICU within a busy Labor and Delivery Unit, with opportunities to float to PICU, ED, Adult ICU, and Medical Surgical.

The role includes night shifts, every other weekend, and holiday rotation, with 36 hours per week and 12-hour shifts.

Qualifications

• Valid license/certification verification.
• At least 1 year of relevant professional experience.
• Certification in Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP).

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care to neonatal and pediatric patients in a Level III NICU.
• Float to related units including PICU, Emergency Department, Adult ICU and Medical Surgical.
• Work night shifts with weekend and holiday rotation; maintain adherence to unit protocols.

Skills

Respiratory Therapist

NICU experience

Pediatrics

Education

NRP Certification

Job description

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Hoffman Estates, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 10/11/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
Respiratory Therapist Registered (RT PEDS) for a healthcare organization located in Hoffman Estates, Illinois. This position involves working in a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) within a busy Labor and Delivery Unit. The role requires providing respiratory care to neonatal and pediatric patients, with responsibilities that include floating to related units such as Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU), Emergency Department, Adult Intensive Care Unit (ICU), and Medical Surgical. The position involves night shifts, every other weekend, and holiday rotation, with a focus on delivering high-quality respiratory support in a dynamic environment.

Job Details:

• Schedule: Days shift, 12 hours per shift, with a minimum of 36 hours per week
• Required Qualifications: Valid license/certification verification, relevant professional experience of at least 1 year, and certification in Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
• Preferred Qualifications: Prior experience working in a Level III NICU and experience floating to pediatric and adult units are preferred
• Additional Information: The role involves working during night shifts with ongoing rotation for weekends and holidays. Candidates should be adaptable to float to various units including PICU, Pediatrics, Emergency Department, Adult ICU, and Medical Surgical. The position requires compliance with all unit-specific protocols and standards.

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

Cross Country Allied Job ID #1314593. 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, hand-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