Registered Respiratory Therapist - NICU
Columbia, MO
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days
$2,239/weekOverview
- Start Date11/16/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care557 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 16, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking a NICU Respiratory Therapist with 2+ years of experience for a day shift position at a teaching hospital's Pediatric ICU-level unit.
Details
- NICU and Pediatric Critical Care unit at a teaching hospital
- Day shift, 3x12 hour shifts (7:00-19:00)
- Every other weekend required
- Mandatory floating required, including coverage as a Patient Observer (sitter) anywhere in the organization
- Cerner charting system preferred
- On-call requirements apply
Requirements
- Active RRT license in hand (MO or Compact); pending license acceptable, CRT not allowed
- License required if applicable
- Minimum 2 years of experience required
- Teaching hospital and Trauma Level I experience preferred
- Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, NRP, PALS, RRT
- Experience with neonatal/pediatric ventilator management, intubation assist, and CPAP/BiPAP
- Skilled in arterial blood gas drawing and interpretation
- Experience with high frequency oscillating and jet ventilators preferred
- Ability to lift and move objects weighing up to and over 20 lbs
- Ability to work in an active role requiring ambulating and reaching throughout shift
Additional Information
- Provide respiratory care to critically ill neonatal and pediatric patients including those with RDS, BPD, RSV, and ARDS
- Participate in high-risk deliveries and neonatal transports as needed
- Perform airway management including intubation, extubation, and suctioning
- Work in a 24/7 healthcare facility requiring rotating shifts, holiday coverage, and work during inclement weather
- Minimum 50% holiday coverage required per contract
- First-time travelers will be considered
- Local candidates accepted; those residing within 50 miles are not eligible, 51-74 miles may be offered at a local rate
- Maximum RTO of 10 days, with none allowed during the first week due to orientation
- Local candidates are not eligible for extensions beyond the initial contract
Facility
University of Missouri Hospital
6 nurses recommend working with University of Missouri Hospital
- Short Term Acute Care
- 557 beds
Employer
American Traveler
85 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Savannah was truly perfect. Knowledgeable, responsive, caring, informative, and honest. I didn’t feel like I was apart of a sales scheme. She truly put me at ease during the process. I felt like she had my back and would work to find me what I was looking for. I look forward to working with American Traveler in the future.
Cons
No cons
Recommends working with American Traveler
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About Columbia, MO
As a travel nurse in Columbia, MO here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Columbia, MO is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Columbia experiences hot summers with average highs of 87°F and lows of 68°F, and cold winters with average highs of 38°F and lows of 20°F.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Columbia, and they are relatively easy to find due to the city's student population and frequent short-term visitors.
- Columbia is car-friendly with well-maintained roads, and public transportation options include buses operated by the city's transit system.
- Columbia has a diverse population with a mix of students, families, and professionals.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to seasonal changes.
- Columbia has a large population of travel nurses due to its medical facilities and university.
- Columbia offers a variety of restaurants, art galleries, live music venues, and sports activities.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy the city's parks, trails, and nearby conservation areas.
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