Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist
Martinsburg, WV
Cross Country Allied
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,130/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
Respiratory Therapist Registered (RT PEDS) in Martinsburg, West Virginia. This position involves providing respiratory care to pediatric, adult, and neonatal patients within a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and other hospital floors. The role requires independent adult intubation skills, ventilator management, and comprehensive patient assessments to support physician orders and treatment plans.
Job Details:
- Schedule: 12-hour days, with weekend and holiday rotations as scheduled; minimum of 36 hours per week.
- Required Qualifications: Certification in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association; Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP); Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS); Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) verification with a minimum of two years of experience; ability to independently intubate adults; prior NICU experience including ventilators; experience caring for pediatric and neonatal patients; willingness to consider candidates with NICU experience but no pediatric experience; candidate must hold a license that is willing to wait for submission.
- Preferred Qualifications: Previous NICU experience preferred; experience with EPIC electronic medical record system.
- Additional Information: The role involves assessing patients' respiratory needs, planning and administering treatments such as oxygen therapy, airway management, mechanical ventilation, postural drainage, nebulizers, and ABGs. RTs will perform EKGs during off-hours and weekends. Vents include Servo U, Hamilton G5, T1, and other non-invasive ventilators. The work environment prioritizes teamwork, patient safety, and high-quality care, with responsibilities including equipment setup, treatment administration, and patient evaluation.
- Start Date: 07/20/2026
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 Martinsburg, WV
As a Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist in Martinsburg, WV here's what you should know:- Lower than the national average, making it an affordable option for travel nurses.
- Wages generally match the lower cost of living.
- Average summer highs of 86°F and winter lows of 24°F.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially through local real estate agencies and online platforms.
- Car friendliness is high, as Martinsburg is primarily a car-dependent city.
- Public transportation options are limited.
- Martinsburg has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include obesity and heart disease.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Plenty of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, local art galleries, music venues, and sports facilities.
- Outdoor activities include hiking, biking, and exploring nearby national parks.
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