Registered Respiratory Therapist - Pediatrics
Fort Wayne, IN
Cross Country Allied
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$1,940/weekOverview
- Start Date11/16/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary
Respiratory Therapist Registered, RT PEDS. This position provides respiratory care to pediatric and neonatal patient populations, performs patient evaluations, maintains care plans, and adjusts treatment appropriately. The role supports therapeutic procedures, including adult intubation and care during distressed newborn and cesarean section scenarios.
Job Details
- Required Qualifications: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential through the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC); Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA); Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA); Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification; minimum of 2 years of experience; current respiratory therapist license required for submission.
- Preferred Qualifications: Five years of experience as a credentialed respiratory care practitioner; adult intubation experience.
- Schedule: Day shifts, 12 hours per shift, 36 hours per week; shifts may be scheduled from 3:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. or 3:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m., with every other weekend and call as needed.
- Additional Information: Provides care to all patient populations for therapeutic purposes, reviews and maintains care plans, performs patient evaluations, and adjusts care appropriately. Supports a team approach for distressed newborn and cesarean section care. Respiratory care equipment includes servo ventilators, bilevel positive airway pressure devices, Airvo, Metaneb, and Neo-Tee. The position does not require floating to other units or departments. Department-specific training may last up to 3 weeks and includes preceptor observation and competency validation. Black scrubs are required.
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
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 Fort Wayne, IN
As a Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist in Fort Wayne, IN here's what you should know:- Slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Average summer highs of 84°F and lows of 63°F.
- Average winter highs of 32°F and lows of 18°F.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially in the downtown area.
- Car-friendly city with a well-maintained road system.
- Limited public transportation options, so having a car is recommended for getting around.
- Diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include obesity and heart disease.
- Fort Wayne has a growing population of travel nurses.
- Abundance of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, vibrant art and music scene, sports events including minor league baseball and hockey, and numerous outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, and water sports along the rivers.
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