Travel Neonatal/Pediatric Respiratory Therapist - $2,326 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Certified Respiratory Therapy - NICU for a travel job in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Certified Respiratory Therapy - NICU
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: ASAP
• 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 1, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (NICU/Peds) with critical care experience for a 13-week night shift contract at a Level 1 Trauma, academic medical center in Winston-Salem, NC.

Details

• Work in the Respiratory Care department of a large 885-bed academic medical center with Level 1 Trauma, Chest Pain Center, and Stroke Center designations
• Neonatal and pediatric patient population
• Patient types include post-surgical, pneumonia, COPD, asthma, and ED patients
• Therapists are assigned to an appropriate patient care workload, including ICU areas or medical/surgical floors, based on department needs
• 12-hour night shifts from 18:30–07:00
• Every other weekend rotation required
• No on-call required
• Schedule is set on a 6-week cycle
• EMR: Epic (experience preferred)
• Preferred equipment experience: Servo U, Servo Air, The Vest, Volara, Aerogen, Heated High Flow, and cough assist; HFJV and HFOV experience preferred for pediatric assignments

Requirements

• Active NC RT license required if applicable
• RRT required; CRT is acceptable but not preferred
• Current BLS, PALS, and NRP certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of Respiratory Therapy critical care experience
• Minimum 12 months of core work experience in the unit specialty area, with most recent experience within the last year
• Previous experience in a Level 1 trauma center and/or high-acuity organization preferred
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility; local candidates are not accepted
• Last 4 digits of SSN and full date of birth required for consideration
• Minimum 1 professional reference dated within the past year, from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN

Additional Information

• First-time travelers will be considered for this position
• Candidates who have worked a permanent position at an Advocate Health Southeast facility must have been separated for at least 1 year to be eligible
• Each shift is supported by both Adult and Pediatric Lead Therapists with a strong teamwork culture
• Orientation includes a facility NEO session followed by 1–2 days of departmental orientation
• Travelers are expected to work 75% of holidays
• Time off requests require manager approval
• Scrub color: pewter (charcoal grey)
• Free parking is available on-site

American Traveler Job ID #P-707002. 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 - 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.