Respiratory Therapist - NICU
Jackson, MS
Cross Country Allied
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Summary

Respiratory Therapist Registered Respiratory Therapist in Jackson, MS. The role supports a high-volume healthcare facility with multiple Intensive Care Units, a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, and a Burn Unit. The professional should demonstrate integrity, strong time-management skills, and the ability to manage a demanding workload.

Job Details

• Schedule: Night shifts consisting of 12-hour shifts, with a minimum of 36 hours per week. Shifts start at 6:45 p.m., with early clock-in encouraged no earlier than 6:38 p.m.
• Required Qualifications: Respiratory Therapist Registered or Certified Respiratory Therapist credential; Basic Life Support certification; Mississippi Respiratory Care Practitioner license; minimum of 3 years of acute care experience in a hospital setting.
• Preferred Qualifications: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support certification; Pediatric Advanced Life Support certification.
• Additional Information:
  • No call required.
  • Two weekends per month are required, with an every-weekend option available.
  • Holiday coverage is required during the assignment period from 11/22/2026 through 01/05/2027.
  • The assignment is scheduled from 11/30/2026 through 02/28/2027.
  • The role supports multiple Intensive Care Units, a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, and a Burn Unit.

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