Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - ICU - $2,325 per week

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Loma Linda, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 09/28/2026
• Duration: 29 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
A Respiratory Therapist specializing in Intensive Care Unit (ICU) at the location in California. This role requires administering inhaled specialty gases, performing diagnostic procedures, and providing both basic and advanced respiratory assessments and therapies. The position involves documenting patient care and interventions, with experience in Pediatrics and Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) settings preferred. Candidates should be proficient with electronic medical records systems.

Job Details:

• Locations: California
• Schedule: Nights shift, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week
• Required Qualifications: Valid California Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCB) license, Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential through National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC), Basic Life Support (BLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), at least 1 year of experience in Pediatric and Intensive Care Unit settings, authorized to work in California, and experience with EPIC electronic medical record system.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience in Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) is advantageous.
• Additional Information: The candidate will administer inhaled specialty gases such as heliox and inhaled nitric oxide, perform diagnostic tests including blood gases and pulmonary function, and execute therapeutic procedures like mechanical ventilation and airway care. Responsibilities include documenting age-specific care plans, assessments, patient education, and responses, with record entries in the medical record.

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 #1311829. 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