Registered Respiratory Therapist

Job Description

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Certified Respiratory Therapy - NICU
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 10/12/2026
• 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: Oct 12, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for a Level IV NICU position at a teaching hospital, requiring 2+ years of NICU or combined adult critical care and NICU experience.

Details

• Level IV NICU setting within a teaching hospital, with willingness to also work Adult floor and ICU units
• Night shift schedule, 3x12 hours (19:00-7:30)
• Weekend shifts required as needed by the unit
• Floating within the hospital required;
  no floating to sister hospitals
• No on-call requirement
• EPIC charting system used

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of experience, which may be Adult critical care and NICU combined, or NICU (Level 3/4) experience alone;
  Adult critical care experience alone does not meet requirement
• Teaching hospital experience required
• LTAC and Trauma Level I experience preferred
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification required
• BLS and NRP certifications required
• ACLS and PALS certifications preferred
• Washington State Respiratory license required;
  license required if applicable
• EPIC charting experience preferred
• Experience with NICU Level III or IV patient population
• Familiarity with Servo U ventilator preferred

Additional Information

• Provide respiratory care across Adult floor, ICU, and Level IV NICU settings as needed
• Perform neonatal/pediatric procedures including high-frequency jet and oscillating ventilation, bubble CPAP, nasal CPAP/BIPAP, and assist with high-risk deliveries and neonatal transports
• Manage airway care including intubation/extubation assistance, suctioning, and tracheostomy care
• Administer a range of medications and perform chest physiotherapy and pulmonary hygiene procedures
• Care for patients with conditions such as ARDS, aspiration, bronchoscopy, COVID, cystic fibrosis, and fresh tracheostomy
• First-time travelers accepted
• Local candidates accepted at the same rate with no radius restriction
• RTO limited to a maximum of 1 week and cannot be requested during the first 2 weeks of assignment
• Prior UW staff must have 18 months separation before returning as a traveler
• COVID vaccination and booster required with no exceptions

American Traveler Job ID #P- . 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.