Travel Respiratory Therapist - $2,696 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Reno, Nevada.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, rotating
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Rotating, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Oct 19, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 2

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with PICU and NICU experience for a children's hospital unit at a Level II trauma center.

Details

• Respiratory Care Services department serving neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients
• 3x12 schedule with varied shifts and rotating days of the week
• Weekends, holidays, and some call shifts may be required
• Floating to other departments may be required up to competency level
• Uses Epic for charting

Requirements

• Active Nevada RRT license required (license required if applicable)
• Must apply for Nevada State Point of Care Analyst license, Director of Point of Care, or General Supervisor of Point of Care license prior to start
• AHA BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required prior to start
• Minimum 2 years of acute care respiratory therapy experience
• Recent critical care experience required
• PICU and NICU experience required
• At least one prior 13-week travel assignment required
• Epic EMR training available during orientation or candidates may test out

Additional Information

• Perform respiratory therapy procedures per protocol and physician orders to improve cardiopulmonary conditions across all age groups
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care for neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients
• Initiate, modify, and document care under established clinical protocols
• Maintain thorough documentation of patient records and department logs
• Deliver a positive patient experience through clear communication and service recovery practices
• Work in an extremely busy, fast-paced Level II trauma center serving a 500-mile radius with 800 inpatient beds and 80 ER beds
• Minimum of two major holidays required to be worked
• Facility may call off shifts without penalty for low census with 48 hours notice
• Must live more than 60 miles from the facility, as local candidates are not accepted

American Traveler Job ID #P-755298. 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.