Travel Respiratory Therapist - NICU - $2,319 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Seattle, Washington.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 07/27/2026
• 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: Jul 27, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with Level IV NICU experience for a night shift travel assignment at a Magnet-designated academic medical center in Washington State.

Details

• Work in a 637-bed short-term acute care, Magnet-designated teaching hospital
• Assignment covers Level IV NICU, adult ICU, and adult floor respiratory therapy
• Level IV NICU patient population with additional adult patient coverage
• Uses Epic for charting (preferred but not required)
• Night shift schedule: 3x12-hour shifts, 19:00–07:30
• Weekends required as needed by the unit
• Floating within the hospital required; no floating to sister hospitals
• No on-call requirement
• Block scheduling is not available

Requirements

• Current RRT (Registered Respiratory Therapist) credential required
• Minimum 2 years of experience with Level IV NICU experience required
• Washington State Respiratory Care license required (pending license not accepted)
• Current BLS certification required
• COVID vaccination and booster required — no exceptions
• At least 2 completed travel assignments beyond initial hospital employment
• Teaching hospital and trauma hospital experience preferred
• Epic EMR experience preferred

Additional Information

• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Local candidates are accepted at the same rates with no radius restriction
• RTO is capped at 1 week maximum for the duration of the assignment; RTO cannot be requested during orientation week
• Prior UW staff must have been separated from the facility for at least 18 months before being considered for a travel position
• Scrubs in any color are acceptable; scrubs are provided for OR personnel
• Parking is available on-site at a daily cost to the traveler

American Traveler Job ID #P-728949. 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.