American Traveler is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Robinson, Illinois.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
- Discipline: Allied Health Professional
- Start Date: 11/21/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, flexible
- Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Variable, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 21, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist for a night shift hospital position requiring an active RRT license and BLS, ACLS, NRP, and PALS certifications.
Details
- Cardiopulmonary care unit providing respiratory therapy services
- Night shift, 3 days per week, 6:00p-6:30a
- 13-week assignment
Requirements
- Current IL Respiratory Therapist license required
- License required if applicable
- Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, NRP, and PALS
- RRT certification required
- Minimum 1 year of Respiratory Therapy experience preferred
- Strong computer skills with ability to navigate EMR programs
Additional Information
- Perform respiratory assessments, initial screenings, and reassessments tailored to patient age, culture, and psycho-social needs
- Determine treatment requirements including therapy type, method, duration, and medication dosages per physician orders
- Develop and evaluate patient/family teaching plans, including pain management and discharge planning
- Monitor physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes
- Administer respiratory medications based on patient age and clinical condition
- Conduct diagnostic tests such as holter monitoring, cardiac monitoring, and lung capacity tests
- Perform routine equipment cleaning, maintenance, and calibration assistance
- Maintain complete, accurate, and timely documentation in electronic and chart form
- Follow established safety and hand-off communication protocols
- Participate in performance improvement activities
American Traveler Job ID #P-751408. 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: Travel Respiratory Therapist
About American Traveler
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.