Registered Respiratory Therapist – Pediatric, NICU & Adult ER/Critical Care
Washington, DC
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jun 15, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 3

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with at least 2 years of experience in pediatric, NICU, and adult ER and critical care settings for a night shift travel assignment.

Details

• 13-week travel contract at an acute care hospital
• Night shift schedule: 3x12-hour shifts, 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
• 36 hours per week
• Serves pediatric, NICU, and adult critical care and emergency room patient populations
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible for this position

Requirements

• Active RRT license required (no pending licenses accepted); license required if applicable
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a US hospital setting, specifically in pediatrics, NICU, and adult ER and critical care
• Current AHA BLS and ACLS certifications required
• CPI certification required
• US Social Security Number required for consideration
• Date of birth required for consideration
• Two manager or supervisor references preferred, verifying experience within the previous 12 months, with at least one from the most recent employer

Additional Information

• Administer respiratory care per physician prescription, including diagnostic evaluation, management, patient education, and rehabilitation
• Responsibilities include obtaining and analyzing physiological specimens, interpreting physiologic data, and performing cardiopulmonary tests and studies
• Apply and monitor medical gases, environmental control systems, mechanical ventilatory support, artificial airway care, and bronchopulmonary hygiene
• Administer pharmacological agents related to respiratory care and support cardiopulmonary rehab and hemodynamic cardiovascular care
• All certifications must be from the American Heart Association (AHA)
• Practice spans all care sites, utilizing treatment protocols and technology across patient populations