Highlights

American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for a Level 4 NICU position at a children's hospital, requiring RRT certification and Level 4 NICU experience. 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.

Description

American Traveler is seeking a travel Certified Respiratory Therapy - NICU for a travel job in Charlottesville, Virginia.

Job Description & Requirements

Specialty: Certified Respiratory Therapy - NICU
Discipline: Allied Health Professional
Start Date: 11/09/2026
Duration: 26 weeks
48 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, nights
Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
Hours: 48 hrs/wk
Start Date: Nov 9, 2026
Length: 26 weeks
Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for a Level 4 NICU position at a children's hospital, requiring RRT certification and Level 4 NICU experience.

Details

Work in the RRT-NICU unit at a children's hospital
Night shift, 4x12 hour shifts from 19:00-7:00
Can offer 36 or 48 hours per week
Every other weekend and every other holiday required, including 2 out of 3 winter holidays
Unit uses a self-scheduling model, though desired schedules are not guaranteed
Epic experience needed for SRO Float Pool and inpatient units

Requirements

Level 4 NICU experience required
Cardiac PICU experience preferred
RRT certification, BLS, and NRP required
ACCS certification preferred
VA license required, license pending accepted if candidate holds an active license in another state and can obtain a VA temporary license before start
License required if applicable

Additional Information

Provide respiratory therapy care to neonatal patients in a Level 4 NICU setting
Manager will explain the self-scheduling model during the interview call
Candidates may be floated in accordance with their clinical experience
12 months must pass before a former traveler can return to this facility
No radius rule for this position

American Traveler Job ID #P-753212. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 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.

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