Travel Pediatric Respiratory Therapist - NICU - $1,540 per week

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Pediatric Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Brandon, Florida.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Pediatric Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 10/19/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
Respiratory Therapist (RT) Pediatric (PEDS) - The organization is seeking a qualified respiratory therapist to support a Level 3 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) within a hospital setting. This role involves providing specialized respiratory care for neonatal patients, including ventilator management, high-frequency oscillatory ventilation, surfactant administration, blood gas analysis, and nitric oxide therapy. The position offers an opportunity to work with advanced equipment and contribute to high-quality neonatal care.

Job Details:

• Schedule: Night shift, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: Certified Respiratory Therapist with at least 3 years of experience, including 3-5 years of Level 2 NICU or higher experience; NRP certification required.
• Preferred Qualifications: Candidates with STABLE certification are highly preferred.
• Unit Information: 36-bed Level 3 NICU with a staffing ratio of 2 respiratory therapists during peak periods; equipped with Drager VN500 ventilators, 3100A Oscillators, Mallinckrodt Nitric Oxide, Vapotherms.
• Typical Procedures: High-risk delivery attendance, ventilator management, surfactant administration, blood gas analysis, nitric oxide therapy.
• Additional Information: The traveler will be scheduled in accordance with hospital policies, working every other weekend and holidays on a rotating basis.

Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

Cross Country Allied Job ID #1312038. 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: RT - RT PEDS Respiratory Therapist.

About Cross Country Allied

You bring the expertise. We bring the support you deserve. At Cross Country, we connect allied professionals with flexible opportunities designed around what matters most — your goals, your growth, and your wellbeing. Whether you specialize in imaging, respiratory, surgical, or lab work, we’re here to champion your success with nationwide roles, hands-on support, and a team that sees you as essential. Because this isn’t just work. It’s your purpose.

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus