Registered Respiratory Therapist - Critical Care
Lawton, OK
Cross Country Allied
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$1,810/weekOverview
- Start Date10/20/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary
Respiratory Therapist Registered (RT PEDS) Critical Care, Oklahoma. This position involves providing patient care activities in adult, pediatric, and neonatal critical care units under supervision. The role includes training respiratory therapy personnel and ensuring compliance with certification requirements.
Job Details
- Position Description: Provides patient care activities in critical care areas, including adult, pediatric, and neonatal settings, under supervision. Responsible for training respiratory therapy personnel in these areas.
- Required Qualifications: Oklahoma license, Associates in respiratory therapy, College diploma or official transcript, Minimum of 2 years of respiratory therapy experience with NICU experience, Certifications in NRP, BLS (AHA), ACLS (AHA), PALS (AHA), Shift time from Days, Shift hours of 12, Minimum of 36 hours per week, Start date: 10/20/2026, End date: 01/19/2027.
- Preferred Qualifications: None specified.
- Additional Information: Will not accommodate blocked scheduling at this time. Candidates must have active certifications. Candidates should have good work history, and local candidates are considered at a reduced rate. Rotation for On-Call and Weekend coverage required. Candidates are expected to follow the organizations clinical interview process with outreach within two hours via phone and text where applicable.
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 Lawton, OK
As a Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist in Lawton, OK here's what you should know:- Lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally align with the lower cost of living.
- Summer average high: 94°F, average low: 71°F.
- Winter average high: 53°F, average low: 28°F.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially near medical facilities.
- Car friendly city with minimal traffic congestion.
- Limited public transportation options.
- Diverse community with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues include allergies and asthma due to the dry climate.
- Lawton has a growing population of travel nurses.
- Plenty of dining options with a mix of local and chain restaurants.
- Art and music scene is vibrant, with local galleries and live music venues.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy local college and high school games.
- Outdoor activities include hiking, fishing, and camping at the nearby Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge.
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