Travel Neonatal ICU Respiratory Therapist - $1,448 per week

Jackson HealthPros is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Savannah, Georgia.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 05/25/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

We’re hiring an experienced Respiratory Therapist for a local hospital in Savannah, GA where you will be responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the treatment, care, and needs of patients with breathing disorders.

Minimum Requirements: 

• Associate or bachelor’s degree from a Respiratory Therapy or Cardiopulmonary Science program.
• Current Georgia state respiratory therapist license in good standing with the State License Board.
• Must be a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT).
• One year of experience as an RRT. Must include at least 1 year Neonatal ICU or PICU critical care experience (client-specific requirement).
• BLS certification.
• PALS certification required (client-specific requirement).
• Experience with neonatal and pediatric ventilators and therapies. Preferred equipment familiarity includes Servo-U and Drager VN500 ventilators, HFOV, HFJV, Bubble CPAP, Vaportherm, heliox therapy, nitric oxide, and non-invasive ventilation modalities such as BiPAP and CPAP (client-specific requirement).
• Experience with Epic documentation system preferred.
• Required to wear hunter green uniform per unit dress code (client-specific requirement).

Assignment Details

• Facility type: Hospital.
• Unit: Neonatal ICU (Neonatal RRT) / Pediatric critical care environment.
• Shift name: Nights.
• Shift hours: 1900 - 0700 (12-hour night shift).
• Scheduling requirement: 7 PM start for 12-hour shifts (client-specific detail).
• Must be able to independently admit and manage ventilated pediatric/neonatal patients and set up/manage heliox therapy (client-specific requirement).

Location Highlights.

Explore Savannah and nearby coastal and natural attractions within easy reach. Savannah’s Historic District offers River Street, Forsyth Park, and a 10–20 minute drive to the Savannah River waterfront, providing a historic urban lifestyle and walkable downtown neighborhoods. Tybee Island and its beaches are about a 20–30 minute drive, offering coastal recreation, fishing piers, and water sports. Bonaventure Cemetery and nearby historic squares are within city limits, supporting a cultural and relaxed lifestyle. Fort Pulaski National Monument is about a 20–25 minute drive, providing outdoor history and waterfront trails for weekend exploration. For longer outdoor trips, the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge and Hilton Head Island are within approximately 1–2 hours by car, offering wildlife viewing, boating, and golf for an adventurous or laid-back lifestyle fit.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your time and responsiveness. You will receive a comprehensive benefits package starting your first day.

• Weekly, on-time pay.
• Full medical benefits and 401(k) matching plan.
• 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
• Competitive referral bonuses.
• 100% paid housing available.
• Travel and license reimbursement.

Apply now and one of our recruiters will reach out with details to determine if this is the right fit for you.

EEO Statement

Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.

Jackson HealthPros Job ID #442658. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

About Jackson HealthPros

Jackson HealthPros™ provides highly skilled imaging, radiology, surgical, laboratory, and respiratory therapy professionals to healthcare organizations nationwide for short and long-term staffing needs. Part of Jackson Healthcare’s “Family of Staffing Companies" and ranked among the nation's largest in Healthcare Staffing, Jackson HealthPros™ is filling thousands of contracts and permanent positions every month. Make a real difference as a traveling healthcare pro at facilities nationwide that need your experience and expertise while enjoying your favorite locations. Leave the routine behind, earn competitive pay, meet new people, and build a standout resume—all while advancing your healthcare career. With our extensive network of exclusive jobs, we’ll help you achieve your career goals and fuel your passion for care with adventures of a lifetime. Jackson HealthPros™ is part of the Jackson Healthcare® family of companies.

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