Travel Respiratory Therapist - $2,374 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in New Brunswick, New Jersey.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• 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 (RRT) for a night shift hospital position requiring NBRC certification and treating both adult and pediatric patients.

Details

• Hospital-based Respiratory Therapy/Neuro Diagnostics unit
• Adult and pediatric patient populations
• Night shift, 3x12 hours (7:00 PM-7:30 AM)
• Every other weekend (Friday/Saturday) required
• Floats between PICU, Emergency Department, and Adult Critical Care, with potential for additional units based on skill set and hospital needs
• EPIC charting system used

Requirements

• Active RRT certification required
• BLS required
• NBRC certification required
• Active New Jersey license required, if applicable
• ACLS, PALS, and NRP preferred (may be obtained onsite)
• Minimum 1.5 years of experience required
• PICU/NICU experience highly preferred
• Proficient in blood gas collection, ventilator initiation and management, BiPAP and high-flow therapy initiation and management, chest physiotherapy, and code response
• Experience with Servo-I, Servo-U, and V60 BiPAP equipment preferred
• Skilled in airway management including intubation assist, extubation, and tracheostomy care
• Experience with oxygen therapy delivery methods including bag and mask, ET tube, high flow nasal cannula, and trach collar
• Ventilator management skills including weaning from mechanical ventilation and troubleshooting alarms

Additional Information

• Responsibilities include in-house patient transport, medication administration, and code response
• Works across critical care and emergency settings as part of a multidisciplinary team
• First-time travelers accepted
• Local candidates accepted at the same pay rate
• Former employees of the health system must have been separated for at least one year before returning as a traveler
• Time off requests must be submitted and approved prior to offer

American Traveler Job ID #P-752537. 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 - Registered RT/RRT

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.