Travel RRT - NICU - $2,131 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Certified Respiratory Therapy - NICU for a travel job in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Certified Respiratory Therapy - NICU
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 09/28/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Sep 28, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist for a Level IV NICU position requiring at least 1 year of Level III+ NICU or PICU experience and RRT certification.

Details

• Work in a 40-bed Level IV NICU at an academic teaching hospital
• Level IV NICU provides highest level of neonatal intensive care with on-site neonatal surgery and 24/7 neonatology coverage for critically ill and extremely premature infants
• May float between neonatal and pediatrics units depending on facility need
• Night shift, 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM, 3x12-hour shifts
• Weekend rotation every other weekend
• Holiday rotation every other holiday
• No on-call requirement
• Epic charting system preferred

Requirements

• Pennsylvania Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license required if applicable
• RRT, BLS, and NRP certifications required; PALS preferred
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a Level III or higher NICU (or 1+ year PICU experience)
• Skills required include Bubble CPAP, CPAP/Nasal CPAP/BIPAP, extubation, and intubation assist
• PA fingerprints required, which may involve travel and processing time of up to several weeks
• Valid references and certification copies required for consideration

Additional Information

• Provide respiratory care to critically ill and extremely premature infants in a high-acuity NICU setting
• Facility is the region's only Level IV NICU
• Part of a large academic health system serving patients across Pennsylvania and New Jersey
• Scrubs provided
• First-time travelers will be considered
• Local candidates accepted within 50 miles of the facility at a reduced local rate
• All time-off requests must be submitted at time of consideration; requests after submission and block scheduling cannot be accommodated
• Planned time off must not interfere with completing required pre-start compliance before the scheduled start date

American Traveler Job ID #P-760133. 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 - 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.