Travel Contract

Registered Respiratory Therapist - PICU / NICU / Pediatric Level 1 Trauma
Aurora, CO
Cross Country Allied
4x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$3,420/week

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Overview

Start Date10/13/2026
Shift Breakdown4x12 hrs
ShiftNights
Duration14 weeks

Pay

57% higher than average Allied Health Professional / Registered Respiratory Therapist pay in Colorado

Estimated total pay

$3,420/week

Benefits

401k retirement plan
Referral bonus

Description

Job Summary:
Respiratory Therapist (RRT) position located at an organized healthcare facility. The role involves providing respiratory care and related services on a 12-hour night shift. Duration of the assignment is approximately 14 weeks, starting from 10/13/2026 through 01/16/2027.

Job Details:

Position Title: Respiratory Therapist
Location: Childrens Hospital Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
Schedule: 12-Hour Nights | 6:45 PM 7:15 AM. The minimum hours per week are 36.
Required Certifications: ACLS, BLS, PALS, NRP
Minimum Qualifications: Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Cardiopulmonary; must have prior travel assignment experience; licensure as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT); minimum 3 years Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (ICU) experience; minimum 3 years Neonatal ICU experience; minimum 1 year Pediatric Level 1 Trauma experience.
Preferred Qualifications: Minimum 4 years Pediatric ICU; Minimum 4 years Neonatal ICU; Minimum 2 years Pediatric Level 1 Trauma.
Additional Notes: The candidate must be available to work on Thanksgiving, with a requirement to work at least 2 of the 3 holiday days. No on-call requirement. The assignment length is 14 weeks.
Minimum Experience: 0 years
Required Clinical Experience: Minimum 3 years Pediatric ICU, Neonatal ICU, and Pediatric Level 1 Trauma experience.
Additional Requirements: Must work observed holidays if they fall within the contract period; no requested time off approved within the first two weeks; medical and religious exemption requests for influenza vaccination are permitted.
Float Requirement: The employer reserves the right to float or reassign personnel within the clinical competence of the professional to other areas of practice within their assigned metro area.

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

Cross Country Allied Job ID #1313097. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: RT - RRT Respiratory Therapist Registered.

Employer

Cross Country Allied

3.9rating(49 reviews)

5 nurses recommend working with Cross Country Allied

5.0rating

Pros

Responsive, honest, fair, speaks up for the traveler

Cons

None

Recommends working with Cross Country Allied

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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.

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About Aurora, CO

As a Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist in Aurora, CO here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Lower cost of living compared to the national average.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.

Weather

Average summer highs of 88°F and winter lows of 17°F.

Furnished Housing

Options for short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find.

Transportation

Car friendliness is high, and public transportation options are available.

Demographics

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.

Things to Do

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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