Registered Respiratory Therapist
St. Louis, MO
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days
$2,110/weekOverview
- Start Date11/02/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationChildrens294 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 2, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist for a pediatric acute care hospital position requiring NICU and/or PICU experience.
Details
- Children's acute care teaching hospital with 400 staffed beds
- Level 1 trauma facility with ED, NICU, and PICU exposure
- Day shift schedule (3x12 hours, 7:00-19:30)
- Every other weekend required
- No on-call requirements
- No floating required outside scope
- EPIC charting system used
Requirements
- Minimum 2 years of experience required
- Current certifications: BCLS, RRT
- NICU and/or PICU experience required
- Pediatric critical care experience required
- Valid MO state license required (license required if applicable)
- Pending IL license accepted for IL submissions
Additional Information
- Provide respiratory and neuro diagnostic care within a pediatric critical care setting
- First-time travelers will be considered
- Local candidates accepted
- Standard travelers must reside outside a 75-mile radius to qualify for travel rate and may stay up to 18 months, followed by a required 3-month break
- Allied and non-clinical travelers may stay up to 12 months, followed by a required 6-month break
- Permanent employees must wait 1 year before returning to any BJC facility as a traveler
- RTO limited to no more than 7 days per 13-week contract, with no RTO during the first week of orientation
- Scrub color is flexible, or St. Louis Children's Hospital branded T-shirts/jackets may be worn
Facility
Saint Louis Children's Hospital
2 nurses recommend working with Saint Louis Children's Hospital

- Childrens
- 294 beds
Employer
American Traveler
84 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
I have absolutely nothing negative to say about Ms. Sebrona! She stayed close by and did her very best to get my foot in the door as a first time traveler! I appreciate her so much!!!
Cons
None
Recommends working with American Traveler
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.
About Saint Louis, MO
As a Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist in Saint Louis, MO here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Saint Louis is lower than the national average, making it an affordable city for travel nurses.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Summer average highs are around 89°F, and winter average lows are around 23°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Saint Louis, with options ranging from furnished apartments to corporate housing.
- Saint Louis is car-friendly, but it also has a public transportation system including buses and a light rail system called Metrolink.
- Saint Louis has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include heart disease and obesity.
- There is a large population of travel nurses due to the presence of multiple healthcare facilities.
- Saint Louis offers a variety of activities including a vibrant restaurant scene, art museums like the Saint Louis Art Museum, live music venues, sports events such as baseball games at Busch Stadium, and outdoor attractions like the Missouri Botanical Garden and Forest Park.
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