Travel Contract

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

$2,209/week
Posted Today

Overview

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

Pay

Estimated total pay
$2,209/week

Description

We’re hiring an experienced Respiratory Therapist for a local healthcare provider where you’ll be responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the treatment, care, and needs of patients with breathing disorders.


Minimum Requirements:

  • Associate or bachelor’s degree from a Respiratory Therapy or Cardiopulmonary Science program.
  • Current state respiratory therapist license in good standing.
  • Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential.
  • BLS certification.
  • Minimum 2 years of relevant clinical experience required per client notes.
  • Required experience in NICU and/or PICU..
  • Required skills or experience with pediatric critical care, neonatal care, emergency department, and level 1 trauma facility settings.
  • Pending state license accepted.
  • Locals within a 75 mile radius not accepted.


Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience working in a children’s acute care or teaching hospital setting.
  • EPIC charting experience.
  • Previous experience with pediatric respiratory equipment and protocols.


Assignment Details

  • Shift Hours: 1900 - 07:30.
  • Schedule: 3x12-hour night shifts.
  • Weekend requirement: every other weekend.
  • On-call: not required.
  • Floating: clinician will not be required to float to other facilities.
  • Guaranteed hours: 36 hours per week.
  • 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’s why we offer a comprehensive and competitive 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 this staffing organization, you get flexibility, stability, and professional growth with the satisfaction of impacting patient care in diverse communities. Choose from a variety of career options including direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts. Find your next opportunity with tools designed to match clinicians with appropriate assignments.


Location Highlights

St. Louis offers a mix of cultural attractions and outdoor recreation within easy reach. The Gateway Arch National Park and the Mississippi riverfront are downtown highlights located minutes from major medical centers. Forest Park is a large urban park with museums, a zoo, and walking trails, approximately 10 to 15 minutes from the city center. The Delmar Loop provides dining and entertainment options within a short drive, and several state parks and conservation areas are reachable within one hour for hiking and river activities. Public transit options include MetroLink light rail and MetroBus service connecting hospitals and neighborhoods.


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 #446758. 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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