RRT Pediatrics
New London, CT
American Traveler
4x10 hrs, Flexible
$2,707/weekOverview
- Start Date11/16/2026
- Shift Breakdown4x10 hrs
- ShiftFlexible
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care235 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Variable, 4x10hrs
- Hours: 40 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 16, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking a Pediatric Respiratory Therapist with 2+ years of experience for a Level III trauma center, requiring active or pending CT and RI state licensure.
Details
- Short term acute care Level III trauma center with 252 staffed beds
- RRT Pediatrics unit within the Yale New Haven Health System
- Evening (4x10, 14:45-0:45) and/or night (4x10, 23:00-9:00) shifts
- 40 hours per week with 8 and/or 12 hour shifts based on department need
- At least every other weekend and every other holiday required
- Floating to Westerly Hospital as needed
- Charting completed in Epic
- Works with pediatric and neonatal patients including NICU
Requirements
- Minimum 2 years of experience required, with pediatrics experience required
- BLS certification required
- CRT certification required, RRT preferred
- CT and RI state licenses required (one may be pending as long as the other is active); license required if applicable
- Epic charting experience preferred
- Experience with neonatal/pediatric equipment and procedures such as Bubble CPAP, CPAP/Nasal CPAP/BIPAP, intubation assist, and umbilical blood gases
- Skilled in ventilator management, airway management/suctioning, and pulmonary hygiene
- Experience caring for infants/children with RSV preferred
- 1 professional reference required
Additional Information
- Responsibilities include ventilator management, airway suctioning, chest physiotherapy, and arterial blood gas interpretation
- Assist with high-risk deliveries and neonatal/pediatric respiratory procedures
- Navy blue scrubs required
- Free parking available on-site
- Flu vaccine required with no declinations accepted
- COVID vaccine and booster required, with religious/medical exemptions only
- Travelers must be willing to participate in natural disaster or emergency response activities as needed
- Local candidates not accepted within 75 miles of the facility
- Former staff must have been separated for at least 2 years to return as a traveler
- Up to 7 days of RTO can be auto-approved
Facility
Lawrence & Memorial Hospital

- Short Term Acute Care
- 235 beds
Employer
American Traveler
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Pros
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Cons
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About New London, CT
As a Travel Pediatric Respiratory Therapist in New London, CT here's what you should know:- New London's cost of living is slightly higher than the national average.
- Wages may not fully match the higher cost of living.
- Average summer highs are around 80°F, while winter lows can drop to around 20°F.
- Short term rentals are available, but may require some searching to find the right fit.
- New London is car-friendly, but public transportation options are limited.
- The city has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include respiratory conditions due to the coastal location.
- There is a moderate population of travel nurses in the area.
- New London offers a variety of restaurants, art galleries, and music venues.
- Outdoor activities include access to beaches and parks, while sports enthusiasts can enjoy local events and recreational facilities.
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