Travel Respiratory Therapist - NICU/Pediatrics - $2,554 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Certified Respiratory Therapy - NICU for a travel job in New Brunswick, New Jersey.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Certified Respiratory Therapy - NICU
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 08/03/2026
• 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: Aug 3, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with NICU/PICU experience for a night shift travel assignment in a neonatal and pediatric critical care setting in New Jersey.

Details

• Neonatal and pediatric critical care setting within a large university hospital system
• Patient population includes neonatal critical care and pediatric patients
• Procedures include blood gas analysis, ventilator/BiPAP/high-flow initiation and management, code response, in-house transport, medication administration, and chest PT
• Equipment used includes Servo I & U and V60 BiPAP
• Charting via Epic EMR
• Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts (19:00–07:30)
• Every other weekend requirement (Friday/Saturday)
• Floating between pediatric units and NICU; may also float to adult units on the main campus

Requirements

• Minimum 1.5 years of NICU and/or PICU experience required
• Current NJ or Compact state license required; license required if applicable
• Active NBRC credential required
• BLS required
• ACLS, PALS, and NRP required (may be obtained onsite)
• SSN and DOB required for consideration
• Two current professional references required
• NURSYS verification and state license required for consideration

Additional Information

• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Local candidates are accepted at the same rate
• Former employees of the RWJBH health system (full-time or PRN) must have been separated from the system for a minimum of 1 year before being eligible for a travel assignment
• All time-off requests must be submitted and approved prior to an offer being extended
• Copy of certifications required for consideration

American Traveler Job ID #P-729982. 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.