What are the responsibilities and job description for the Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - NICU - $2,131 per week position at American Traveler?
American Traveler is seeking a travel Certified Respiratory Therapy - NICU for a travel job in Greenville, South Carolina.
Job Description & Requirements- Specialty: Certified Respiratory Therapy - NICU
- Discipline: Allied Health Professional
- Start Date: 11/16/2026
- 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: Nov 16, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RRT-NICU) with Epic experience and pediatric critical care background for a day shift hospital assignment.
Details- Covers NICU, PICU, ER, and PEDs floors patient populations
- Day shift schedule, 3x12 hours from 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM
- Weekend coverage required every other weekend
- Floating to other units and campuses required based on census needs, within demonstrated competencies
- Uses Pyxis and Omnicell medication delivery systems
- Charts in EPIC EMR
- Minimum 1 year of recent experience in a comparable unit required
- RRT license required if applicable
- Current certifications required: BLS, NRP, PALS, ACLS
- National respiratory therapy license/certificate required
- State license required
- Minimum 1 year of EPIC EMR experience required
- Experience in Emergency Department, Pediatric Critical Care, and Pediatrics settings required
- Skilled in aerosol setup (mask and trach), Metered Dose Inhaler (MDI) administration, and medication administration including Albuterol, Atrovent, Flovent, Mucomyst, and Xopenex
- Experience with neonatal/pediatric equipment and procedures including oxygen therapy, bag and mask, High Flow Nasal Cannula (HFNC), and trach collar
- Capillary blood gases and apnea monitor experience preferred
- Provide respiratory care services across NICU, PICU, ER, and pediatric floor settings
- Perform nebulizer treatments including hand held and trach collar methods
- Participate in annual compliance orientation held every Monday
- Complete pre-assignment testing and training modules within 48 hours of receiving login credentials
- Candidates must be located more than 100 miles from the facility to be eligible for full travel pay rate
American Traveler Job ID #P-772311. 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 - NICU RT
About American TravelerWith 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.
Salary : $2,131