Travel NICU Respiratory Therapist - $2,074 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Certified Respiratory Therapy - NICU for a travel job in Montgomery, Alabama.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Certified Respiratory Therapy - NICU
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 07/20/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jul 20, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (NICU) with a minimum of 2 years of Level 3 NICU experience for a 13-week day shift travel contract at an acute care hospital.

Details

• Work in a hospital respiratory therapy unit serving both NICU and adult patient populations
• NICU unit has 36 beds with typically 18–20 patients at a time
• Level 3 NICU setting; traveler may be the only NICU RRT on night shift
• Adult respiratory responsibilities include general and critical care
• NICU responsibilities include Nitric Oxide administration and ground transports; transport experience preferred
• Equipment includes PB 840, PB 980, Drager VN500, LTV, and Airvo ventilators, as well as a 3100A oscillator and Spacelabs monitors
• EMR: Cerner; medication dispensing via Omnicell
• 12-hour day shifts, 7:00 AM–7:00 PM, 36 hours per week
• Weekend rotation every other weekend
• Voluntary call available
• Floating to any like unit or patient location within the facility

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a Level 3 NICU required; 1 year of experience is not sufficient
• RRT preferred; CRT with at least 2 years of experience will be considered
• Required certifications: BLS and NRP; ACLS and APLS preferred
• Cerner or Epic EMR experience required for first-time travelers
• Must be able to work independently in a Level 3 NICU setting
• Must reside more than 60 miles from the facility to be eligible
• License required if applicable
• One professional reference from a charge-level supervisor or above within the past 12 months required for consideration
• DOB (day and month) and full SSN required for consideration
• Copy of certifications required for consideration

Additional Information

• First-time travelers will be considered with at least 2 years of experience and Cerner or Epic EMR experience
• Former permanent staff must wait 6 months before being considered as a traveler
• Orientation for travelers new to the facility includes 24 hours of classroom training and 24 hours of on-unit training; orientation for returning travelers depends on time since last assignment
• Holiday coverage required for one major and one minor seasonal holiday per facility policy
• Time-off requests during designated blackout dates will not be approved
• Scrubs: Navy blue required
• Free parking available in an on-site parking deck
• Candidates must be available for a manager interview prior to any offer

American Traveler Job ID #P-721005. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 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.