Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $2,506 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Sheboygan, Wisconsin.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 07/13/2026
• 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: Jul 13, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for a 13-week night shift travel contract at a Level IV Trauma Center with a Level II NICU, accepting first-time travelers with a minimum of 1 year of experience.

Details

• Work in the Respiratory Therapy Services department of a 120-bed Level IV Trauma Center and Level II NICU facility in Sheboygan, WI
• Treatment areas include a combined stepdown/ICU (CCU), inpatient cardiac unit, MS units, inpatient behavioral health unit, and a high-volume ED with a significant pediatric population
• Common diagnoses include COVID, COPD, ARDS, pneumonia, influenza, CHF, lung cancer, stroke, RSV, ETOH detox, overdose, and trach patients on ventilators
• Ventilator caseload averages 2–5 vents daily across the ED and ICU
• 1:1 patient ratio
• Equipment includes Hamilton C1 (noninvasive, invasive, and high-flow), Airvo high-flow system, and Servo-U ventilators for all vented patients
• EMR: Epic
• 12-hour night shifts, 1700–0530
• 36 standard hours per week
• Every 3rd weekend rotation
• No on-call requirement
• Floating throughout all hospital units required

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of core respiratory therapy experience in the specialty area, with most recent experience within the last year
• RRT credential strongly preferred; CRT accepted
• Active RT license required if applicable
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS
• NRP preferred; required to float to NICU/Peds
• Proficiency in ABG punctures, airway and ventilator management, inhaled medications (MDI and nebulizer), code blue response, and EKGs (up to 10 per shift)
• Peds and NICU experience preferred but not required
• Minimum 1 professional reference from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN, dated within the last year
• Middle name or initial, DOB, and last 4 of SSN required for consideration

Additional Information

• First-time travelers are accepted for this position
• Former employees of Advocate Health or any of its subsidiaries must be separated for at least 12 months before being eligible
• Local candidates are accepted at the same rate; no radius restrictions apply
• Orientation ranges from 2–3 days up to one week depending on comfort level
• Night shift staffing includes 2 RTs plus a charge RT who may carry a lighter assignment
• An RT educator and on-site manager during day hours provide additional departmental support
• Schedules are set on an 8-week cycle and provided 3 weeks in advance
• Up to 7 days of RTO may be approved per contract
• Holiday coverage: 1 summer and 1 winter holiday expected per contract
• Scrubs may be any color, including patterns and cartoons; t-shirts are permitted as long as professional in appearance
• Free, on-site parking available

American Traveler Job ID #P-701927. 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.

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