Travel Respiratory Therapist - Inpatient Adult & NICU - $2,016 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Silverdale, Washington.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 06/08/2026
• 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 8, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist with NICU experience and strong Level 2 nursery competency for a 13-week night shift contract at an acute care hospital in Washington state.

Details

• Acute care inpatient setting covering respiratory therapy services across the hospital
• Primarily adult patient population, with some pediatric patients through the ED
• Must be comfortable managing NICU patients, including bubble CPAP for infants 32 weeks and up (Level 2 nursery)
• Approximately 25 treatments per day
• Ventilator equipment includes PB 980, Philips V60, and Respironics Lumis
• EMR: Epic (experience required)
• Night shift, 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM, three 12-hour shifts per week
• Weekend rotation required
• One holiday shift required
• No call or floating requirements
• 4+ RTs on staff during night shifts; a lead therapist is present every shift

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of Respiratory Therapist experience
• NICU experience required, with demonstrated competency in bubble CPAP and care of infants 32 weeks gestation and up
• Either RRT or CRT certification accepted
• Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, and PALS
• Active Washington state RT license required (license required if applicable); pending licenses will not be accepted
• Epic EMR experience required
• Ability to assist with intubation
• Copy of driver's license required for consideration
• 2 professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years, both including dates of employment and eligibility for rehire

Additional Information

• Responsibilities include drawing ABGs, bipap and ventilator setup, nebulizer treatments, and conscious sedation and cardioversion standby; RTs do not perform EKGs
• Assist with intubation as needed; independent intubation is not required
• Intensivist and hospitalist coverage available 24/7 in-house
• Department-specific orientation provided
• Unit manager phone interview required as part of the selection process
• Personal scrubs in any color are acceptable
• Candidates may not have been directly employed (full-time, part-time, or PRN) by any CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity facility within the past year; candidates employed PRN through outside staffing firms will be considered

American Traveler Job ID #P-709945. 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

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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