Travel Respiratory Therapist NICU/PICU - $1,312 per week

Jackson HealthPros is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Miami, Florida.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 06/08/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

We are seeking an experienced Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to join a hospital-based Respiratory NICU/PICU team in Miami, FL. The RRT will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate treatment and care for neonatal and pediatric patients with respiratory disorders, using advanced technologies and medication delivery systems. The role requires collaboration with a multidisciplinary team in a fast-paced tertiary care and teaching environment.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate or bachelor’s degree from a Respiratory Therapy or Cardiopulmonary Science program.
• Current state respiratory therapist license in good standing.
• Current RRT credential.
• Minimum 2 years of current acute care hospital RRT experience.
• Current BLS, NRP, and PALS certifications.
• Current NICU/PICU experience required.
• Experience with high flow devices, 3100A, Bunnell, Servo ventilators, continuous nebulizers, nitric oxide, and heliox.
• Experience with Meditech documentation system preferred. (Preferred: director prefers candidates with prior Meditech experience.)

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Level 3 NICU and pediatric trauma environments.
• Familiarity providing coverage on adult floors for nebulizer therapy, BiPAP, and CPT.
• Team-player attitude, critical thinking, patient-care focus, and adaptability to change.

Assignment Details

• Shift hours: 07:00–19:00.
• May be required to float to provide coverage for regular adult floors.

Apply now and one of our recruiters will reach out with the details to see if this is the right fit for you.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your time and commitment. Benefit eligibility begins immediately for travel assignments.

• Weekly, on-time pay.
• Full medical benefits and 401(k) matching plan.
• 24/7 recruiter support via text, phone, or email.
• Competitive referral bonuses.
• 100% paid housing available.
• Travel and license reimbursement.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

As a health professional with our network, you will work in a tertiary care, teaching hospital that is a Level 1 adult and pediatric trauma center, a Level 3 NICU, and a certified Comprehensive Stroke Center. You will deliver advanced respiratory care using technology and multidisciplinary collaboration to improve patient outcomes.

Location Highlights

Miami offers coastal and urban lifestyle options with easy access to outdoor and cultural attractions. Visitors can reach Biscayne Bay waterfront areas and Miami Beach within a 20–40 minute drive. The area provides proximity to Everglades National Park (approximately 30–60 minutes by car) and the Vizcaya Museum and Gardens in the city for cultural activities. Miami is served by major transit options including Miami International Airport approximately 15–25 minutes from central locations, and extensive regional highways for commuting. The region supports an active outdoor lifestyle with boating, beaches, and a year-round warm climate.

EEO Statement

Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.

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Jackson HealthPros Job ID #440000. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

About Jackson HealthPros

Jackson HealthPros™ provides highly skilled imaging, radiology, surgical, laboratory, and respiratory therapy professionals to healthcare organizations nationwide for short and long-term staffing needs. Part of Jackson Healthcare’s “Family of Staffing Companies" and ranked among the nation's largest in Healthcare Staffing, Jackson HealthPros™ is filling thousands of contracts and permanent positions every month. Make a real difference as a traveling healthcare pro at facilities nationwide that need your experience and expertise while enjoying your favorite locations. Leave the routine behind, earn competitive pay, meet new people, and build a standout resume—all while advancing your healthcare career. With our extensive network of exclusive jobs, we’ll help you achieve your career goals and fuel your passion for care with adventures of a lifetime. Jackson HealthPros™ is part of the Jackson Healthcare® family of companies.

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