Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist
Aurora, CO
Cross Country Allied
4x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$3,420/weekOverview
- Start Date09/29/2026
- Shift Breakdown4x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration14 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
Respiratory Therapist (RRT) position located on a medical campus. The assignment involves working a 12-hour night shift with a focus on pediatric intensive care, neonatal ICU, and trauma care. The role requires a minimum of three years of pediatric ICU and neonatal ICU experience, with additional responsibilities including holiday work and weekends.
Job Details:
- Shift: 12-Hour Nights | 6:45 PM 7:15 AM
- Schedule: Nights, minimum of 48 hours per week
- Assignment Dates: 09/29/2026 to 01/02/2027
- Float: Float: Client reserves the right to float or reassign personnel within their clinical competence to other areas of practice within the Denver Metro area within thirty-five (35) miles of the originally assigned facility (unless otherwise agreed to in the individual assignment confirmation)
- Required Qualifications: Associates of Applied Science (AAS) in Cardiopulmonary, Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification, minimum 3 years Pediatric ICU experience, minimum 3 years Neonatal ICU experience, minimum 1 year Pediatric Level 1 Trauma experience, licensure/certification including ACLS, BLS, PALS, NRP. Must have prior travel assignment experience.
- Preferred Qualifications: Minimum 4 years Pediatric ICU experience, minimum 4 years Neonatal ICU experience, minimum 2 years Pediatric Level 1 Trauma experience.
- Additional Information: Must be available to work observed holidays if they fall within the contract period. No requested time off (RTO) approved within the first two weeks of the assignment. Medical and religious exemption requests from the seasonal influenza vaccination are allowed.
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
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Pros
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Cons
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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 Aurora, CO
As a Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist in Aurora, CO here's what you should know:- Lower cost of living compared to the national average.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Average summer highs of 88°F and winter lows of 17°F.
- Options for short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find.
- Car friendliness is high, and public transportation options are available.
- Diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the high pollen count.
- Aurora has a large population of travel nurses.
- Plentiful and diverse local attractions including the Aurora History Museum, the Black American West Museum, and the Children's Museum of Denver at Marsico Campus.
- Fantastic food scene with restaurants like El Taco de Mexico, Sam's No 3 Diner, and La Sandia Mexican Kitchen & Tequila Bar.
- Outdoor activities include the Aurora Reservoir for fishing, boating, swimming, and ice skating in the winter, as well as over 50 miles of beautiful hiking trails.
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