Travel Contract

Respiratory Therapist - NICU
St. Louis, MO
Jackson HealthPros
3x12 hrs

$2,018/week
Posted Today

Overview

  • Start Date06/29/2026
  • Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
  • Duration13 weeks
  • Setting
    Hospital

Pay

Estimated total pay
$2,018/week

Description

We’re hiring an experienced Registered Respiratory Therapist for a hospital in St. Louis, MO where you will be responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the treatment, care, and needs of patients with breathing disorders.


Minimum Qualifications:

  • Associate or bachelor’s degree from a Respiratory Therapy or Cardiopulmonary Science program.
  • Current Missouri state license in good standing with the State License Board.
  • Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential required.
  • BLS certification required.
  • Minimum 2 years of clinical experience required.
  • Required experience in NICU and/or PICU. Pediatric critical care experience required.
  • Required skills or experience with ED and level 1 trauma facility settings.
  • Pending license accepted.
  • First-time travel clinicians accepted.


Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience charting in EPIC preferred.


Assignment Details

  • Shift hours: 1900 - 07:30.
  • Schedule pattern: 3x12-hour nights.
  • Weekend requirement: every other weekend.
  • On-call: not required.
  • Clinician float: not required to float to other facilities.
  • RTO restrictions: 2 requests.


Apply now and one of our recruiters will reach out with the details to see if this is the right fit for you.


Benefits Designed for Travelers

We deeply value your commitment to improving the lives of others, that is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package starting your first day.

  • Weekly, on-time pay.
  • Full medical benefits and 401(k) matching plan.
  • 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
  • Competitive referral bonuses.
  • 100% paid housing available.
  • Travel and license reimbursement.


Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

As a health professional with our organization, you get flexibility, stability, and growth with the satisfaction of impacting communities nationwide. Choose from direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts. Receive full-time pay, benefits, and relocation assistance in travel contracts that give you the freedom to explore and professional stability.


Location Highlights

St. Louis is an urban center with cultural attractions and easy regional access. The Gateway Arch National Park is located downtown and the Missouri Botanical Garden is within a 10-minute drive. Forest Park offers over 1,300 acres of green space including museums and a zoo, less than 15 minutes from central neighborhoods. The city provides riverfront access along the Mississippi and Amtrak and regional airport connections within a 20–30 minute commute, supporting an active urban lifestyle and easy travel options.


EEO Statement

Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.

Jackson HealthPros Job ID #446757. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

Employer

Jackson HealthPros

About

Jackson HealthPros™ provides highly skilled imaging, radiology, surgical, laboratory, and respiratory therapy professionals to healthcare organizations nationwide for short and long-term staffing needs. Part of Jackson Healthcare’s “Family of Staffing Companies" and ranked among the nation's largest in Healthcare Staffing, Jackson HealthPros™ is filling thousands of contracts and permanent positions every month. Make a real difference as a traveling healthcare pro at facilities nationwide that need your experience and expertise while enjoying your favorite locations. Leave the routine behind, earn competitive pay, meet new people, and build a standout resume—all while advancing your healthcare career. With our extensive network of exclusive jobs, we’ll help you achieve your career goals and fuel your passion for care with adventures of a lifetime. Jackson HealthPros™ is part of the Jackson Healthcare® family of companies.

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About Saint Louis, MO

As a travel nurse in Saint Louis, MO here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • 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.
Weather
  • Summer average highs are around 89°F, and winter average lows are around 23°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Saint Louis, with options ranging from furnished apartments to corporate housing.
Transportation
  • Saint Louis is car-friendly, but it also has a public transportation system including buses and a light rail system called Metrolink.
Demographics
  • 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.
Things to Do
  • 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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