American Traveler is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Washington, District of Columbia.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
- Discipline: Allied Health Professional
- Start Date: 08/24/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Aug 24, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist for a NICU position at a Level I Pediatric Trauma teaching hospital, requiring at least 1 year of recent Pediatric ICU, NICU, CICU, or Pediatric ED experience.
Details
- Level I Pediatric Trauma Center, teaching and Magnet-designated hospital with 323 inpatient beds including 70 NICU beds
- Position in the NICU/PICU/CICU respiratory care department caring for neonatal and pediatric patients of all ages
- Day shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM (some listings note 7:00-19:30)
- 13-week contract assignment
- Every other weekend required
- No block scheduling and no on-call requirement
- Floating required within scope of practice across NICU, PICU, and CICU units, but not to sister facilities
- Uses Cerner charting system
- Guaranteed 36 hours/week with up to 48 hours available; overtime only after 48 hours
Requirements
- Active RRT license required (License required if applicable)
- DC RRT license required; pending license accepted, with 6-8 week processing time, but active license required before start
- Current certifications required: RRT, BLS, PALS
- NRP certification preferred
- Minimum 1 year of recent experience required; 3+ years strongly preferred for first-time travelers
- Pediatric ICU-trained with demonstrated experience in PICU, NICU, CICU, or Pediatric ED/Trauma
- Trauma Level I experience preferred
- Cerner charting experience preferred
- Experience with ventilator management including BiPAP, CPAP, and high frequency oscillator preferred
- Skilled in ABG interpretation, airway management, suctioning, and pulmonary hygiene
- Experience with neonatal/pediatric equipment and procedures including CPAP/Nasal CPAP/BiPAP and umbilical blood gases
Additional Information
- Provide respiratory care and neuro diagnostics services to critically ill neonatal and pediatric patients
- Work within a Level I Pediatric Trauma Center as part of a critical care respiratory team
- Complete pre-start training modules prior to orientation, averaging 20+ hours and non-billable
- Scrub attire must be solid color, logo-free, and child-friendly
- Local candidates accepted at the same travel rate with no mileage restriction
- Returning travelers must have been separated from the facility for at least one year
- Maximum of 3 requested days off during the 13-week contract period, with no exceptions
- History of excessive call-outs will not be considered
- Every other weekend and every other holiday coverage required, with one guaranteed holiday preference
American Traveler Job ID #P-731276. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel Respiratory Therapist - NICU RT
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.