Travel RRT - NICU/PICU - $2,537 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: 11/23/2026
• 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: Nov 23, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist for a NICU/PICU night shift position requiring 1.5 years of combined NICU Level III and PICU experience.

Details

• Work within a Level IV NICU with Special Care Nursery, PICU, and 24/7 Pediatric Emergency Department at an academic pediatric medical campus
• Designated Level I Pediatric Trauma Center setting
• Night shift schedule, 3x12 hours (19:00-7:30)
• Every other weekend required
• Must float within skill set across NICU, PICU, Pediatrics, and Peds ED without exception
• Epic EMR required
• Performs high-risk delivery assistance, interdepartmental neonatal transports, and umbilical blood gases
• Utilizes apnea monitors, HFNC, BiPAP, CPAP, high-frequency jet and oscillatory ventilation
• Performs arterial punctures, ABG draws and interpretation, and inhaled nitric oxide administration
• Manages airway devices including ETT, trach collar, and nasal/oral airway suctioning

Requirements

• Active New Jersey license required (license required if applicable)
• RRT certification required (CRT not accepted)
• BLS, NRP, and PALS certifications required
• Minimum 1.5 years of experience including both PICU and NICU Level III experience
• Epic charting experience required
• Level I Trauma experience preferred
• Skilled in bag-mask ventilation, intubation assist, extubation, and tracheostomy care/management
• Skilled in weaning from mechanical ventilation and troubleshooting high-pressure alarms

Additional Information

• Provide respiratory care across NICU, PICU, Pediatrics, and Pediatric ED patient populations
• Participate in interdepartmental and ambulance patient transports
• Must work or provide on-call coverage for 1 of 2 or 2 of 3 winter holidays as needed
• First-time travelers will be considered
• Local candidates accepted at the same rate
• Former RWJBH employees must be separated from the system for at least 1 year before returning as a traveler
• Facility may call off 1 shift per 2 weeks

American Traveler Job ID #P-776273. 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.