Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist
Santa Rosa, CA
Cross Country Allied
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,125/weekOverview
- Start Date08/10/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
Respiratory Therapist Registered (RT PEDS) position located in Santa Rosa, California. This full-time role involves providing critical respiratory care to a diverse patient population, including pediatric and adult patients, in a regional trauma center. The position requires clinical expertise, swift critical thinking, and the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
Job Details:
- Schedule: Days shift, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week, starting on 08/10/2026
- Required Qualifications: No minimum years of experience; valid California respiratory therapist license; certifications including ACLS, BLS, NRP, PALS, and RRT; experience with adult critical care, pediatric care, and working with Epic charting system
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience in a community hospital setting, trauma level I or II experience, regional trauma center experience, and familiarity with respiratory therapy equipment such as Drager V800 Ventilators, Vapotherm, and ProVu
- Additional Information: Facility supports interdisciplinary teamwork with access to physical therapy, respiratory services, interpretation services, radiology, pharmacy, and other support staff. Travelers may be required to float within the hospital or to nearby affiliate hospitals; willingness to work during major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year) is required. References covering at least one year are necessary during compliance. Travel compliance criteria include SSN, DOB, and RTO documentation.
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 Santa Rosa, CA
As a travel nurse in Santa Rosa, CA here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Santa Rosa is higher than the national average, primarily due to housing costs.
- Wages generally match up with the higher cost of living.
- Average summer highs are around 83°F, and average winter lows are around 38°F.
- Short-term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Santa Rosa, and they can be relatively easy to find, especially through online platforms.
- Santa Rosa is car-friendly, but public transportation options are limited compared to larger cities.
- Santa Rosa is a diverse city with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include allergies and respiratory conditions due to the pollen from surrounding vineyards.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Santa Rosa offers a vibrant culinary scene, with a variety of restaurants and wineries to explore.
- It also has a thriving arts and music community, and outdoor activities such as hiking and horseback riding are popular due to the Mediterranean climate.
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