Respiratory Therapist - NICU
Rapid City, SD
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Flexible

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Variable, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jul 13, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with NICU experience for a 13-week variable shift position at a 260-280 bed hospital in Rapid City, SD.

Details

• Work in a Respiratory Therapy department at a 260-280 bed hospital in Rapid City, SD
• Patient population includes pediatric critical care, neonatal critical care (NICU), and general inpatient respiratory care
• Variable 6/12-hour shifts, rotating nights
• 36 hours per week
• Every other weekend rotation required
• Holiday coverage required for holidays falling within contract dates
• Floating coverage throughout the hospital and ED as needed; no floating to other facilities unless specifically hired for that purpose
• Epic EMR experience required; Omnicell also used
• Ventilators used include Draeger V500, Savina 300, 3100A Oscillator, and Hamilton C1/MRI
• Additional equipment includes ResMed APAP/CPAP/Bi-level, Airvo2 High Flow devices, Cough Assist, Incourage vest, ABL90 blood gas machines, IPV, and Praxair iNO

Requirements

• Active Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential required; CRT will not be considered
• South Dakota RCP license required prior to consideration — allow approximately 30 days for processing (SDBMOE.gov)
• License required if applicable
• Associate of Arts (AA) degree or higher required
• Minimum 2 years of experience required
• NICU experience required
• Critical care and general respiratory care experience required
• Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required; NRP required for NICU assignments
• Epic EMR experience required
• Must reside more than 100 miles from the facility to be eligible
• 2 professional references dated within the past year required for consideration
• DOB and SSN required for consideration

Additional Information

• First-time travelers may be considered upon manager review with demonstrated strong experience
• Charge RT and Respiratory Clinical Specialist support available 24/7, along with supervisors, manager, and director
• Pewter scrubs required
• Free parking available on-site
• RTO of up to 7 days may be approved; a full week off requires a contract extension
• No RTO approved during the Sturgis Bike Rally (first 3 weeks of August)
• This facility has a strong track record of renewing travelers