Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist, Adult Critical Care & NICU - $1,780 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Baltimore, Maryland.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 06/29/2026
• 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 29, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with 2+ years of Adult Critical Care and NICU experience for a night shift travel assignment at a short-term acute care teaching hospital in Maryland.

Details

• Short-term acute care teaching hospital and Council of Teaching Hospitals (COTH) member with 338 staffed beds
• Float requirement between Adult and NICU units
• Night shift: 3x12-hour shifts, 18:30–07:00
• Every other weekend required; holiday coverage expected
• No on-call requirement
• Charting in Cerner (experience preferred)
• Specialized ventilator equipment includes Draeger V500, Draeger VN500, and Servo U
• Candidates residing within 60 miles of the facility are subject to a local pay rate

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of experience as an RRT in both Adult Critical Care and NICU settings
• At least 1 prior completed travel assignment required
• Active MD state licensure required if applicable
• Required certifications: BLS, CRT
• Proficiency with airway management including endotracheal intubation/suctioning, extubation, nasal/oral airway placement, tracheostomy care, and ABG interpretation
• Experience with inhaled medications (e.g., Albuterol, Atrovent, Pulmicort, Racemic Epinephrine, Xopenex) and delivery devices (nebulizer, MDI, aerosol mask/trach, HFNC, BiPAP, CPAP)
• Experience with mechanical ventilation including troubleshooting high-pressure alarms and weaning protocols
• Ability to assist in high-risk deliveries and perform umbilical blood gas collection
• ACLS preferred
• ED experience preferred
• Preferred skills: Bronchoscopy, Inhaled Flolan, Nitric Oxide (iNO), Theophylline, Bicarbonate, Ketamine, Mucomyst
• 2 professional supervisory references from within the past 2 years required for consideration
• Full 7-year work history with all gaps explained required for consideration

Additional Information

• Responsibilities include pulmonary hygiene, sputum specimen collection, ABG interpretation, and management of advanced airway devices
• Flu vaccine is required for all staff at this facility
• Scrubs are not provided; ceil blue scrub color is required
• Any time-off or scheduling requests must be submitted at the time of initial consideration
• First-time travelers are not eligible for this position

American Traveler Job ID #P-711313. 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 - 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.