Travel Contract

Registered Respiratory Therapist
Saint Louis, MO
Bestica
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,217/week

Posted 3 days ago

Overview

Start Date11/23/2026
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
ShiftNights
Duration26 weeks

Pay

11% higher than average Allied Health Professional / Registered Respiratory Therapist pay in Missouri

Estimated total pay

$2,217/week

Estimated taxable pay
$540/week
Estimated non-taxable stipends
$1,677/week

Benefits

Referral bonus

Description

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
St. Louis, MO

Start Date: November 23, 2026
Contract: 26 Weeks
Shift: Nights, 3x12s (6:45 PM – 7:15 AM)

Requirements:

Minimum 2 years of RRT experience
Active RRT credentials – mandatory
Missouri Respiratory Care Practitioner License required; pending license accepted
BLS required
ACLS required per facility compliance policy
Epic experience required
Minimum 300-bed facility experience; candidates with less experience will be screened
Level II trauma experience required; Level I trauma experience preferred
First-time travelers accepted
Experience managing mechanically ventilated patients and acute/chronic respiratory conditions

Required Clinical Skills:

Ventilator management, BiPAP, CPAP, and ventilator weaning
ABG interpretation and troubleshooting high-pressure alarms
Airway management, suctioning, extubation, and tracheostomy care
Oxygen therapy, including HFNC
Aerosol delivery systems, inhalers, and nebulizer treatments
Respiratory medication administration, including Albuterol, Atrovent, Combivent, Pulmicort, Xopenex, and other required therapies

Preferred Qualifications:

Teaching hospital experience
Active AARC membership
Bachelor's degree or higher, or currently pursuing a bachelor's degree

3496998 Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) St. Louis, MO Start Date: November 23, 2026 Contract: 26 Weeks Shift: Nights, 3x12s (6:45 PM – 7:15 AM) Requirements: Minimum 2 years of RRT experience Active RRT credentials – mandatory Missouri Respiratory Care Practitioner License required; pending license accepted BLS required ACLS required per facility compliance policy Epic experience required Minimum 300-bed facility experience; candidates with less experience will be screened Level II trauma experience required; Level I trauma experience preferred First-time travelers accepted Experience managing mechanically ventilated patients and acute/chronic respiratory conditions Required Clinical Skills: Ventilator management, BiPAP, CPAP, and ventilator weaning ABG interpretation and troubleshooting high-pressure alarms Airway management, suctioning, extubation, and tracheostomy care Oxygen therapy, including HFNC Aerosol delivery systems, inhalers, and nebulizer treatments Respiratory medication administration, including Albuterol, Atrovent, Combivent, Pulmicort, Xopenex, and other required therapies Preferred Qualifications: Teaching hospital experience Active AARC membership Bachelor's degree or higher, or currently pursuing a bachelor's degree

Employer

Bestica

3.9rating(22 reviews)

8 nurses recommend working with Bestica

Anonymous

Labor and Delivery (RN)

4.0rating

Pros

Steer clear of Bakersfield. These rates are laughable for the work load. 5k minimum.

Cons

None

Review of Bestica on Aug 24, 2026

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About

We are a trusted provider of solutions in Information Technology and Healthcare sectors to the DoD, Federal and Commercial markets. Our guiding principle and core values help us care for our people and the community; and build a culture of excellence which in turn helps us achieve our organizational objective of exceeding customer’s expectations in each and every project. Headquartered in San Antonio, TX, we were founded in 2005 and are certified as an 8(a) Business.

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About Saint Louis, MO

As a Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist in Saint Louis, MO here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

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.

Weather

Summer average highs are around 89°F, and winter average lows are around 23°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Saint Louis, with options ranging from furnished apartments to corporate housing.

Transportation

Saint Louis is car-friendly, but it also has a public transportation system including buses and a light rail system called Metrolink.

Demographics

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.

Things to Do

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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