Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist
DES MOINES, IA
AMN Healthcare Allied
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description & Requirements
Registered Respiratory Therapist - Neonatal Intensive Care - (RRT - NICU)
StartDate: 4/13/2026 Available Shifts: 12 N Pay Rate: $2182.00 - $2249.00

RRT and CRT jobs in Des Moines, Iowa let you provide respiratory care for all ages, primarily in PICU or NICU, and float across multiple campuses as needed. Shift Notes: Nights, 6:30p-6:30a, 36 hrs/week, holiday rotation; Call: None; Weekends - every 3rd, subject to change based on staffing/census You will be cross-trained to assist on the general pediatric floor and work with advanced equipment including HFOV, Jet, and Servo U. This role requires at least 3 years of hospital or medical center experience, PICU or NICU experience, Iowa RCP license, BLS (AHA), and NRP or PALS certification. CRTs are accepted, and you may be required to float between locations. Des Moines offers a blend of small-town charm and city amenities, with attractions like the State Capitol, Blank Park Zoo, and vibrant East Village. AMN Healthcare provides excellent compensation, exclusive discounts and perks, dedicated recruiters, clinical support, and the AMN Passport app for 24/7 career management. Apply now to join this Travel RRT/CRT PICU or NICU assignment in Des Moines, Iowa

Required Qualifications
Registered Respiratory Therapist, PICU
Experience: 3 years
RT-IA
Certifications: BLS(Copy needed); PALS(Copy needed)
OR
Registered Respiratory Therapist, NICU
Experience: 3 years
RT-IA
Certifications: BLS(Copy needed); NRP(Copy needed)
SSN Required
DOB Required
References: 1 Reference in entire work history

Facility Location
As a hub of government action, business, and social and cultural activity, Des Moines may be Iowa’s capital and biggest city, but it still retains its small-town charm and family-friendly vibe. With the Capitol building, State Historical Museum, Blank Park Zoo, historic East Village, and Adventureland amusement park, Des Moines offers something for every taste.

Job Benefits
Allied travel assignments are typically for 13 weeks and offer generous packages that include:

• Competitive pay rates
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) and Flex Spending
• Life Insurance
• Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage
• Free Continuing Education
• Competitive Housing Deal
• Refer a friend and earn extra cash!

About the Company
At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.

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