Travel Respiratory Therapist - $2,378 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Reno, Nevada.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 10/19/2026
• 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: Oct 19, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 2

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (Children's) with PICU/NICU and 2+ years acute care critical care experience for a 13-week assignment at a Level II trauma center.

Details

• Level II trauma center with 800 inpatient beds and 80 ER beds serving a 500-mile radius
• Respiratory Care Services department, home to the region's only children's hospital
• Treats patients from newborn to geriatric ages, with a focus on critical care, adult general care, and pediatric general care
• 3x12-hour shifts, varied shift times, rotating days of the week
• 36 guaranteed hours per week
• Uses EPIC EMR charting, with training provided during orientation or option to test out
• May require floating to meet organizational needs up to competency level
• Call requirements to be discussed during interview

Requirements

• Active RRT credential
• Active Nevada State License required prior to submission
• Must apply for State of Nevada Point of Care Analyst license, Director of Point of Care, or General Supervisor of Point of Care prior to start
• AHA BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required prior to start
• Minimum 2 years of acute care respiratory therapy experience required
• Recent critical care experience required
• PICU and NICU experience required
• Completion of at least one prior 13-week travel assignment required within the past year
• License required if applicable

Additional Information

• Perform respiratory therapy procedures per protocol and physician orders to improve cardiopulmonary conditions across neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations
• Responsible for assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care
• Empowered to initiate, refine, transition, discontinue, and restart therapy per protocol based on patient condition
• Maintain thorough documentation of patient records and department logs
• Focus on delivering a positive patient experience through clear communication and service recovery practices
• May be required to work major holidays, with a minimum of two major holidays required during the assignment
• May be required to pick up one additional shift during the schedule period
• Schedule may include weekends, holidays, and some call shifts
• Facility may call off shifts (full or partial) without penalty with 48 hours notice for low census
• Candidates must live outside a 60-mile radius of the facility to be considered, as local candidates are not accepted
• RTO requests must be submitted with the initial application
• A 13-week break is required for returning travelers after completing a prior contract

American Traveler Job ID #P-755298. 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 - Registered RT/RRT

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.