Travel NICU/PEDS Respiratory Therapist - $2,326 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 10/05/2026
• 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 5, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a NICU/PEDS Respiratory Therapist for a night shift contract at a Level 1 Trauma academic medical center, requiring RRT certification and NC licensure.

Details

• Respiratory Care department at a Level 1 Trauma academic medical center with 885 licensed beds
• Neonatal/Pediatric patient population
• Patient workload assigned based on department needs, ranging from ICU to Medical/Surgical floors
• Common diagnoses include post-surgical, pneumonia, COPD, and asthma cases
• Uses Epic EMR
• 12-hour night shift schedule, 1830-0700, 36 hours per week
• Every other weekend rotation required
• No floating required; assignments based on traveler experience and unit needs
• No on-call or call-back requirements

Requirements

• NC RT license required if applicable
• RRT certification required (CRT accepted but not preferred)
• BLS, PALS, and NRP certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of Respiratory Therapy critical care experience
• Minimum 12 months of core work experience in NICU/PEDS specialty, with most recent experience within the last year
• Level 1 trauma center or high acuity organization experience preferred
• Experience with Servo U, Servo Air, The Vest, Volara, Aerogen, Heated High Flow, and cough assist preferred
• HFJV and HFOV experience preferred for pediatric assignments
• Epic EMR experience preferred
• 1 professional reference dated within the last year from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN
• Last 4 digits of SSN and full date of birth required for consideration

Additional Information

• Work alongside dedicated Lead Therapists on both Adult and Pediatric teams in a collaborative, teamwork-driven culture
• Team includes many members and leaders with extensive tenure and experience
• Facility designated as a Level 1 Trauma Center, Chest Pain Center, and Stroke Center, and is an Academic Medical Center
• Orientation includes NEO plus 1-2 days of departmental orientation
• Travelers will work approximately 75% of holidays
• Scrub color required: Pewter (charcoal grey)
• Free parking available
• First-time travelers will be considered
• Candidates must reside outside a 50-mile radius of the facility to be eligible
• Returning employees must be separated from any AHSE facility for at least 1 year after working a permanent position

American Traveler Job ID #P-750622. 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.