Travel Respiratory Therapist - NICU/PICU - $2,398 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Fargo, North Dakota.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 06/22/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, rotating
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Rotating, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jun 22, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist with a minimum of 2 years of NICU/PICU experience for a 13-week Level I trauma center assignment in Fargo, ND, rotating day and night shifts in a high-acuity specialty unit.

Details

• Acute care setting at a Level I trauma center with a 40-bed Level IV NICU, 8-bed Peds ICU, and 24-bed Pediatric unit
• NICU and PICU patient population, with adult general floor experience also beneficial
• Level IV NICU experience required, including micro-preemie patients at gestational ages 22 weeks and above
• 12-hour rotating day/night shifts with every other weekend and rotating holidays
• NICU staffed with 2–4 RTs per shift; Peds/PICU staffed with 1–3 Pediatric RTs per shift; each shift includes a charge RT in both adult and children's areas
• Epic EMR used for documentation
• Equipment includes Hamilton G5 & C1, V60, Bunnell HFJV, 3100A & B HFOV, Nitric Oxide, Infant Flow SiPAP, Bubble CPAP, Aerogen, ResMed AutoPAPs, NeoPuff, Sentec TCM, Airvo, Radiometer ABL90 Flex, EPOC POC device, and various home vents (Trilogy, Astral, Vivo)
• 13-week contract, approximately 36 hours per week

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of recent Respiratory Therapist experience specialized in NICU and/or PICU
• Level IV NICU experience required, including high-frequency ventilation (Jet/HFJV & HFOV), nitric oxide therapy, and high-risk deliveries
• Ventilator experience with micro-preemie patients must be clearly documented
• RRT (NBRC) required; CRT (NBRC) will be considered
• Active ND state license (NDSBRC) required; license required if applicable
• Current BLS (AHA), NRP, and PALS (AHA) certifications required
• ACLS preferred
• Two current professional references required: one from a supervisor within the last 12 months of relevant experience, and one from a peer or supervisor in the specialty within the last 3 years
• Active copies of all certifications required at time of consideration; no pending certifications accepted

Additional Information

• Responsibilities include respiratory assessments and protocols, arterial punctures and blood gas analysis, ventilator and NIV therapy management, medication delivery, airway clearance, intubation assistance, tracheostomy changes and decannulation, extubations, high-risk deliveries, emergency response, ICU rounds, and intra-hospital patient transport
• Orientation consists of lab-based training with RT education staff followed by preceptor shifts with unit RTs (approximately 8 hours)
• Candidates who have previously worked at any Sanford Health location must disclose this; prior Sanford Health employees must have an end date at least 6 months prior to their submission date
• Candidates with a permanent address within 80 miles of the facility are considered local and may be subject to adjusted compensation
• Steel gray scrubs required for Peds/PICU; blue hospital-provided scrubs for NICU
• Opportunity to pick up extra shifts; candidates interested in cross-training to additional campuses may have that option
• The ideal candidate is self-motivated, able to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, and demonstrates strong communication skills with the broader healthcare team

American Traveler Job ID #P-707847. 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.