PICU/L&D Respiratory Therapist
Indianapolis, IN
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: May 18, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 4

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for a PICU-based night shift travel position at a children's hospital, requiring a minimum of 18 months–2 years of pediatric experience and active Indiana licensure.

Details

• Pediatric hospital setting with a home unit of NICU, PICU, or Peds — assigned upon arrival based on facility need
• Patient population spans NICU, PICU, and general Pediatrics; primary focus may include L&D
• 13-week contract
• Night shift: 3x12-hour shifts, 19:00–07:00
• Every other weekend requirement — candidates must confirm comfort with this schedule prior to consideration
• May float between PICU, NICU, and Peds units, as well as to an affiliate hospital
• Charting via Cerner (required)

Requirements

• Active Indiana RRT license required; Indiana temporary license accepted if both permanent and temp applications have been submitted — license required if applicable
• Current certifications required: ACLS, BLS, NBRC RRT, and NRP
• PALS preferred
• Minimum 18 months–2 years of PICU and/or NICU experience required
• Children's hospital experience within the last 3 years required; experience at a Level 1 adult facility may also be considered
• L&D experience required
• Education must be accredited by CoARC and regionally accredited by CHEA
• Cerner EMR experience required
• AHA and RQI certifications accepted and must be current

Additional Information

• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Local candidates are accepted for Allied positions
• Travelers may be floated within the hospital or to a nearby affiliate hospital
• Candidates must be available to work 2 out of 3 major holidays
• Up to 5 days of RTO can be auto-approved
• Former permanent or PRN employees of this health system must have been separated for at least 12 months before applying as a traveler