Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $1,860 per week

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Lafayette, Indiana.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 08/17/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
The Respiratory Therapy position in Lafayette, Indiana, is based in an intensive care unit (ICU) setting within a healthcare facility. This role involves providing respirator support and advanced respiratory care to critically ill patients. The ideal candidate must bring their license on the first day of onboarding. This position offers an opportunity to work with a team dedicated to delivering high-quality patient care in a state-of-the-art hospital environment.

Job Details:

• Location: Lafayette, Indiana
• Shift Time: Days, 6:00 AM 6:30 PM
• Hours per Week: 36 hours minimum
• Number of Positions: 1-2
• Certifications & Qualifications: Must have Registered Respiratory Therapist credentials, ACLS, PALS, BLS, NRP, Level 3-unit NICU skills.
• Experience: Basic experience in acute care settings such as Med Surg, Emergency Room, and Intensive Care Unit; proficiency with Bipaps, ventilators, and Heated High Flow units; experience assisting with intubations and bedside bronchoscopy; proficient in electronic medical record charting (EPIC).
• Schedule: 12-hour shifts, Monday through Sunday every other weekend.
• Additional Information: Candidates should be independent, self-motivated, and willing to work in a Level 3 NICU. Good time management skills are essential due to the heavy workload at times. Experience managing high-acuity patients with various respiratory support devices is preferred.

Benefits:
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

Cross Country Allied Job ID #1262677. 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: RT - RRT Respiratory Therapist Registered.

About Cross Country Allied

You bring the expertise. We bring the support you deserve. At Cross Country, we connect allied professionals with flexible opportunities designed around what matters most — your goals, your growth, and your wellbeing. Whether you specialize in imaging, respiratory, surgical, or lab work, we’re here to champion your success with nationwide roles, hands-on support, and a team that sees you as essential. Because this isn’t just work. It’s your purpose.

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus