Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $1,265 per week

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Nashville, Tennessee.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 09/28/2026
• Duration: 16 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
Respiratory Therapist Registered (RT PEDS) position in Nashville, TN. This role involves providing specialized respiratory care in a high-acuity environment, with a focus on pediatric and neonatal patient populations. The position requires a dedicated professional capable of performing complex procedures and collaborating within a skilled team to deliver exceptional patient outcomes.

Job Details:

• Location: Nashville, TN
• Schedule: Night shift, 12 hours shifts, minimum 36 hours per week
• Start Date: 09/28/2026
• End Date: 01/18/2027
• Required Qualifications: RRT (Registered Respiratory Therapist) or CRT (Certified Respiratory Therapist), BLS (Basic Life Support), ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support), PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support - preferred), one year ICU experience preferred, TN state license or eligibility, and at least 1 year of relevant experience.
• Preferred Qualifications: Additional pediatric or neonatal experience, familiarity with Drager ventilators, Phillips V60, Vapotherm, Metaneb, and Meditech documentation system.
• Responsibilities: Performing bronchodilator therapy, arterial blood gas collection and analysis, airway clearance, trach care, ventilator management, intubation assistance, patient assessment, high flow oxygen therapy, patient transport, and responding to code blue situations.
• Dress Code: Black, gray, or raspberry scrubs.
• Additional Information:
  • Clock-in times are either 6:38 AM or 6:38 PM; clock-out times are either 7:15 AM or 7:15 PM.
  • The position is with a hospital that offers high acuity services and a supportive team environment, promoting a positive work culture.
  • No float rotation required.
  • Must have current NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) and STABLE certifications.

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 #1310270. 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 - RRT Respiratory Therapist Registered.

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