Travel Contract

Registered Respiratory Therapist - Pediatric/NICU/PICU
Saint Louis, MO
Cross Country Allied
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$2,070/week

Overview

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

Benefits

  • 401k retirement plan
  • Referral bonus

Description

Job Summary

Respiratory Therapist Registered specializing in pediatric respiratory care. The position provides respiratory therapy services for neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, and adult patient populations in an acute care setting. The role requires advanced pediatric critical care capabilities, including neonatal intensive care and/or pediatric intensive care experience.

Job Details

  • Required Qualifications: Two years of respiratory therapy experience; Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential; Basic Life Support (BLS), Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications; neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) and/or pediatric intensive care unit (PICU) experience; experience with required clinical charting systems; proficiency in emergency department care, pediatric critical care, mechanical ventilation, airway management, arterial blood gas interpretation, tracheostomy care, noninvasive ventilation, high-flow nasal cannula, suctioning, aerosol therapy, and respiratory support for high-risk deliveries.
  • Preferred Qualifications: Experience in a Level I trauma setting.
  • Schedule: Day shifts, 12 hours per shift, 36 hours per week; weekend coverage is required every other weekend.
  • Additional Information: The position serves neonates, infants, children, adolescents, and adults. First-time travelers are accepted. A flu vaccination is required, with medical or religious exemptions considered.

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
Cross Country Allied Job ID #1327423. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: RT - RRT Respiratory Therapist Registered.

Employer

Cross Country Allied

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About

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.

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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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