Travel Respiratory Therapist - ICU, Stepdown, MedSurg, NICU & ER - $2,110 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Twin Falls, Idaho.

• Specialty: Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 06/08/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jun 8, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is seeking a Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for a 13-week night shift travel assignment at a Level III Trauma acute care hospital, covering adult, NICU, and pediatric patients.

• Acute care hospital setting with a Level III Trauma designation
• Respiratory Therapy department covering inpatient floors and the ER
• Patient population spans NICU through geriatrics, including ICU, step-down, med/surg, a small peds unit, and a Level III NICU
• No more than 30 treatments per shift, with workload distributed by floor rather than a point system
• Procedures include ABG draws and analysis, breathing treatments, BiPAP, CPAP, mechanical ventilation, and potential assistance with bedside bronchoscopy and intubation (including LMA placement)
• RT equipment includes Dräger vents, Cervo NICU vent, Hamilton transport vent, Vapotherm, and Philips V60 and V30
• Charting via Epic
• 12-hour night shifts, 6:00 PM – 6:30 AM
• Every other weekend required
• Holiday coverage required as needed
• First to float; floating assignments include ICU, general floors, NICU, and ER
• Self-scheduling available; block scheduling is not permitted
• Mandatory attendance at one department meeting per month

• Minimum 1 year of respiratory therapy experience required
• NICU experience required
• Active CRT or RRT credential via NBRC required
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS
• STABLE and NRP certifications required for candidates covering NICU or handling neonatal patients
• All certifications must be active; pending certifications are not accepted
• Epic EMR experience preferred
• Must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible
• Valid driver's license required for consideration
• 2 professional references required for consideration: one supervisor from within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years, both including dates of employment and eligibility for rehire
• License required if applicable — must be active; pending state licensure will not be accepted
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply

• Responsibilities include managing a floor-based patient assignment across multiple care areas, performing respiratory assessments, and operating a variety of ventilatory support devices
• A team lead or charge therapist is always present on shift; travelers may be asked to serve as charge depending on experience and willingness
• Travelers will never be the only RT on shift
• Orientation is approximately one week, adjusted based on individual experience
• Hunter green scrubs are required and are not provided by the facility
• Former permanent employees of this facility must have been separated for at least one year before being eligible for a travel assignment
• No local candidates accepted

American Traveler Job ID #P-706081. 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 - Certified RT/CRT

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.