Registered Respiratory Therapist
St. Louis, MO
Cross Country Allied
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$1,860/weekOverview
- Start Date10/19/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration26 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary
Respiratory Therapist, PEDS, St. Louis, MO This position involves providing respiratorytherapy care to pediatric patients within a busy hospital setting, including adult critical care, trauma, and emergency department areas. The role requires strong clinical skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Job Details
- Position Description: Registered Respiratory Therapist responsible for adult and pediatric respiratory care across various hospital units, including SICU, CCU, CVICU, ED, Neuro, and Trauma.
- Required Qualifications: RRT license with Missouri Board for Respiratory Care, BLS and ACLS certifications from AHA.
- Schedule: Nights, 3x12 shifts, from 1830 to 0700, minimum of 36 hours per week.
- Additional Information: Pediatric patients are stabilized in the Emergency Department and transported to a sister facility. Candidate should possess experience in adult critical care, high-volume emergency room settings, and trauma care. Strong confidence, good time management skills, and a team-oriented attitude are essential for success in this role.
- Float: Float rotation may be required.
- Submission Requirements: Candidates must meet the minimum qualifications and possess required licenses and certifications for consideration.
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
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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 Saint Louis, MO
As a Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist in Saint Louis, MO here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Saint Louis is lower than the national average, making it an affordable city for travel nurses.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Summer average highs are around 89°F, and winter average lows are around 23°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Saint Louis, with options ranging from furnished apartments to corporate housing.
- Saint Louis is car-friendly, but it also has a public transportation system including buses and a light rail system called Metrolink.
- Saint Louis has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include heart disease and obesity.
- There is a large population of travel nurses due to the presence of multiple healthcare facilities.
- Saint Louis offers a variety of activities including a vibrant restaurant scene, art museums like the Saint Louis Art Museum, live music venues, sports events such as baseball games at Busch Stadium, and outdoor attractions like the Missouri Botanical Garden and Forest Park.
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