Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $2,707 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Westerly, Rhode Island.

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 11/09/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 10 hours, flexible
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Variable, 4x10hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Nov 9, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with 2 years of experience and pediatrics experience for a Level III trauma center position with evening and night shifts.

• Short-term acute care Level III trauma center with 252 staffed beds
• Works in Adult Critical Care and Emergency Department settings
• Uses Epic charting system (preferred)
• Evening (4x10, 14:45-0:45) and Night (4x10, 23:00-9:00) shift options, 40 hours per week
• At least every other weekend and every other holiday required based on department need
• Floating to Lawrence and Memorial Hospital as needed
• Free parking available
• Part of Yale New Haven Health System

• Active Rhode Island license required to start; Connecticut license must be applied for/in process prior to submission
• License required if applicable
• BLS certification required
• CRT certification required; RRT preferred
• Minimum 2 years of experience required (1.5 years may be considered with Level I trauma or travel experience)
• Pediatrics experience required
• Prior travel experience required
• Skilled in drawing arterial blood gases
• Experience with airway management devices and suctioning
• Experience with intubation assist
• Experience with nasal and oral airway placement and suctioning
• Experience with ETT and NT suctioning
• Experience with tracheostomy care and management
• One professional reference required

• Provide respiratory care services within adult critical care and emergency department settings
• Travelers are expected to participate in natural disaster or emergency response activities as needed
• Flu vaccine required with no declinations accepted
• COVID vaccine and booster required except for religious or medical exemption
• Candidates must live outside a 75-mile radius of the facility to be eligible unless a local rate is arranged
• Former staff must have been separated from the facility for at least 2 years to be considered as a traveler
• Up to 7 days of requested time off can be auto-approved

American Traveler Job ID #P-762689. Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel Respiratory Therapist - Registered RT/RRT

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.