Respiratory Therapist
Cape Girardeau, MO
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Nov 9, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for a night shift travel assignment requiring 4+ years of experience with adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients.

Details

• 13-week travel assignment in the Respiratory department at a Level 3 Emergency and Trauma Center
• Night shift, 1800-0630
• Weekend hours as required by facility
• Call requirements as required by facility
• Float requirements as required by facility
• Uses Epic EMR
• Every other weekend rotation with rotating holiday coverage
• Night shift staff orient on day shift and must be available the entire week for orientation

Requirements

• RRT license required (if applicable)
• BLS and ACLS certification from AHA only
• NRP and PALS certification required
• Minimum 4+ years of experience
• Experience with adult, pediatric, and neonatal patient populations required
• Critical care experience preferred
• Minimum 1 year of recent experience in respiratory therapy
• No gaps in employment of 90+ days within the past 12 months

Additional Information

• Performs direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory care according to physician's orders
• Consults with physicians on effectiveness of therapy
• Acts as an advanced resource person for physicians and nursing staff on respiratory care
• Flu vaccination or Mercy-approved exemption required for all travelers from November 1 to April 1, with no declinations accepted
• Black scrub color required
• Torn clothing and open-toed shoes are not acceptable attire
• Up to 5 days of requested time off allowed but must be made up during the assignment
• Local candidates accepted, though local candidates within 50 miles of the facility are subject to a reduced bill rate
• Candidates within 50 miles of the facility are limited to 3 consecutive 13-week contracts before requiring a 1-year separation or transition to a facility outside the radius