Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist
Cape Girardeau, MO
Cross Country Allied
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$1,825/weekOverview
- Start Date07/27/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
Respiratory Therapist (RT) specializing in Pediatric care is sought for a position in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. This role involves providing direct respiratory care across adult, pediatric, and neonatal patient populations in a facility recognized for high standards of safety and certification. Candidates are required to bring their license on the first day of assignment.
Job Details:
- Location: Cape Girardeau, MO
- Position: Respiratory Therapist (RT) Pediatric specialty
- Shift: Nights, 1800-0630
- Weekly Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours
- Start Date: 07/27/2026
- Required Qualifications: RRT license; BLS and ACLS certifications from AHA only; 4 or more years of experience in adult, pediatric, and neonatal patient populations; critical care experience; experience with EPIC electronic medical records; able to work nights and adhere to the orientation schedule, which requires availability on day shift for one week.
- Preferred Qualifications: Not specified
- Float: Not specified
- Additional Information: Night shift orientation occurs on day shift, requiring availability for the entire week for orientation; performs direct patient care according to physicians orders; consults with physicians on therapy effectiveness; acts as an advanced resource for respiratory 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
Recommends working with Cross Country Allied
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 Cape Girardeau, MO
As a Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist in Cape Girardeau, MO here's what you should know:- Slightly below the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match the lower cost of living.
- Summer average high of 88°F and low of 68°F.
- Winter average high of 44°F and low of 26°F.
- Short term rentals are available, and they are relatively easy to find due to the city's size.
- Car-friendly city with minimal traffic.
- Limited public transportation options.
- Cape Girardeau is a diverse city with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include obesity and heart disease.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the presence of healthcare facilities.
- Plenty of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, local art galleries, live music venues, recreational sports leagues, and outdoor activities along the Mississippi River.
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