Registered Respiratory Therapist
Farmington, CT
Cross Country Allied
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,405/weekOverview
- Start Date11/27/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary
Respiratory Therapist Registered, RRT. This position provides respiratory care for adult patients with respiratory, cardiac, and orthopedic needs. The role supports multiple clinical departments and requires night-shift availability, weekend rotation, call, and holiday coverage.
Job Details
- Required Qualifications: Active Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification through the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) or an equivalent certifying body; Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; RRT license; ST or CT credential; electronic medical record experience; travel experience; and 12 years of experience.
- Preferred Qualifications: Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification.
- Schedule: 12-hour night shifts from 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m., 36 hours per week, with an every-other-weekend rotation.
- Additional Information: The patient population includes adults with respiratory, cardiac, and orthopedic conditions. Clinical responsibilities may include coverage in the emergency department, intensive care unit, medical-surgical, telemetry, documentation, and psychiatric settings, with neonatal intensive care unit coverage when applicable. Call and holiday coverage are required. The anticipated start date is 11/27/2026.
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 Farmington, CT
As a Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist in Farmington, CT here's what you should know:- Farmington's cost of living is higher than the national average, mainly due to housing costs.
- Wages generally match up with the higher cost of living.
- Average summer highs are around 83°F, and winter lows can drop to 17°F.
- Short term rentals are available in Farmington, and they can be found with some research and planning.
- Farmington is car-friendly, but public transportation options are limited.
- The population is diverse, with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues include heart disease and cancer.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Farmington offers a variety of restaurants, some art galleries, and music venues.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy golf courses and hiking trails in the outdoors.
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