Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist
St. Louis, MO
Cross Country Allied
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$1,830/weekOverview
- Start Date09/14/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary
Respiratory Therapist Registered (RT PEDS) in Saint Louis, Missouri. This position involves providing direct patient care for pediatric and adult patients in the intensive care unit and other designated areas. The role includes implementing respiratory therapies, managing ventilator support, and maintaining life support equipment, ensuring care aligns with clinical standards and organizational values.
Job Details
- Location: 615 S New Ballas Rd, Saint Louis, MO 63141
- Position: Registered Respiratory Therapist, Specialty: Respiratory Therapy
- Number of Openings: 2/3
- Schedule: Nights, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week
- Required Qualifications: Graduate from an accredited college program in respiratory care; current license in the State of Missouri; registered as a therapist by the National Board for Respiratory Care (RRT); BLS and ACLS certifications (may obtain upon hire).
- Preferred Qualifications: Prior experience in adult intensive care and emergency department settings; Bachelor's Degree; adult critical care certification (ACCS) from the NBRC.
- Additional Information: Must demonstrate critical thinking skills and adaptability. Ability to implement medical care plans, clinical interventions, and procedures as needed for patient care.
Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
Employer
Cross Country Allied
5 nurses recommend working with Cross Country Allied
Pros
Responsive, honest, fair, speaks up for the traveler
Cons
None
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You bring the expertise. We bring the support you deserve. At Cross Country, we connect allied professionals with flexible opportunities designed around what matters most — your goals, your growth, and your wellbeing. Whether you specialize in imaging, respiratory, surgical, or lab work, we’re here to champion your success with nationwide roles, hands-on support, and a team that sees you as essential. Because this isn’t just work. It’s your purpose.
About Saint Louis, MO
As a Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist in Saint Louis, MO here's what you should know:- 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.
- Summer average highs are around 89°F, and winter average lows are around 23°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Saint Louis, with options ranging from furnished apartments to corporate housing.
- Saint Louis is car-friendly, but it also has a public transportation system including buses and a light rail system called Metrolink.
- 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.
- 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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