Travel Contract

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

$2,171/week

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Overview

Start Date11/30/2026
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
ShiftDays
Duration13 weeks

Pay

9% higher than average Allied Health Professional / Registered Respiratory Therapist pay in Missouri

Estimated total pay

$2,171/week

Estimated taxable pay
$540/week
Estimated non-taxable stipends
$1,631/week

Benefits

Referral bonus

Description

RRT – NICU/PICU Experience Required

St. Louis, MO

Start Date: November 30, 2026
Contract: 13 Weeks
Shift: Days – 3x12s (7:00 AM–7:30 PM)

Requirements:

Minimum 2 years of respiratory therapy experience
NICU and/or PICU experience REQUIRED – Hard Stop
Active RRT credential required; CRT not accepted
BLS and ACLS required
NRP and PALS
Pediatric critical care, neonatal, and pediatric respiratory care experience
Experience with ventilator management, CPAP/BiPAP, HFNC, nitric oxide, and airway management
EPIC experience required
Teaching hospital and Level I trauma experience preferred

3461854 RRT – NICU/PICU Experience Required St. Louis, MO Start Date: November 30, 2026 Contract: 13 Weeks Shift: Days – 3x12s (7:00 AM–7:30 PM) Requirements: Minimum 2 years of respiratory therapy experience NICU and/or PICU experience REQUIRED – Hard Stop Active RRT credential required; CRT not accepted BLS required NRP and PALS preferred Pediatric critical care, neonatal, and pediatric respiratory care experience Experience with ventilator management, CPAP/BiPAP, HFNC, nitric oxide, and airway management EPIC experience required Teaching hospital and Level I trauma experience preferred

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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