Registered Respiratory Therapist Educator
Springdale, AR
American Traveler
4x10 hrs, Days

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 4x10hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 17, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist – Respiratory Educator with 5+ years of pediatric experience to lead a clinical education and professional development program at a standalone children's hospital in Chicago, IL.

Details

• Clinical Learning/Education unit at a standalone children's hospital in Chicago, IL
• Role focuses on respiratory professional development, new graduate residency oversight, onboarding, and ongoing educational programming
• Pediatric patient population with exposure to complex respiratory cases
• Equipment includes pediatric ventilators (Draeger, Servo, Jet, oscillator), nitric oxide, IPV, HFNC, airway clearance equipment, and intubation
• EMR: Epic and Microsoft products
• 10-hour day shifts, 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM, primarily Monday through Thursday (some weeks may be 8-hour shifts)
• 40 hours per week
• No call or holiday requirements
• No floating required
• Local candidates are accepted

Requirements

• RRT credential required; CRTs will not be accepted
• NPS certification required
• Minimum 5 years of experience in pediatric respiratory care
• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Prior travel assignment experience preferred, ideally at a children's hospital
• Experience as a formal or informal educator in a pediatric setting preferred
• Current BLS certification required
• Flu and COVID-19 vaccination documentation, including both doses and lot numbers, required — facility does not accept declinations
• At least 1 professional reference within the last year required for consideration
• Specialty skills checklist required for consideration
• License required if applicable
• All candidates must be nicotine free

Additional Information

• Lead a two-week classroom-based residency program for approximately 16 newly graduated Respiratory Care Practitioners, with a pre-prepared syllabus including speakers and skills sessions
• Responsible for onboarding new employees and contributing to ongoing educational programming beyond the initial residency
• A part-time staff member and other RCPs are available to assist with the residency program
• Ideal candidate has a passion for education and experience as a leader, whether formal or informal, in a pediatric respiratory setting
• Orientations are held every Monday
• First-time travelers will be considered for this position