Travel Respiratory Therapist Registered Respiratory Therapist Job

Overview
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with neonatal ICU experience for a travel assignment in a hospital setting. Start date: 08/10/2026 for a 13-week contract. Weekly pay: $2,227–$2,321 per week with guaranteed 36 hours per week. Shift: 7:00 PM–7:00 AM (12-hour nights). Program name: Local Contract Allied Health. Location: United States (travel assignment).

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,227–$2,321 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 36 per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 7:00 PM–7:00 AM (12-hour nights)
- Start date: 08/10/2026
- Setting: hospital travel assignment
- Program: Local Contract Allied Health

Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive respiratory care to neonatal and general patients, including ventilator management and weaning under physician order.
- Perform assessments, initiate therapies, and adjust treatments such as humidification, aerosolized medications, and chest therapies per protocol.
- Monitor patient responses, document findings, and communicate changes to the care team.
- Operate and troubleshoot respiratory equipment, ensure infection control practices, and maintain equipment safety and readiness.
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and wound/ICU teams to coordinate care plans and optimize patient outcomes.
- Assist with diagnostic testing and data collection (e.g., arterial blood gases) as ordered and documented in the chart.

Requirements
- Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential
- Neonatal ICU experience required
- Minimum 2 years of RRT work experience
- Ability to work the 7:00 PM–7:00 AM overnight shift
- Eligible to work in the United States for a travel assignment

Benefits and Support
- Guaranteed hours: 36 per week
- Travel assignment support and coordination
- Credentialing and onboarding assistance
- Real-time access to a dedicated recruiter and assignment support during the contract

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Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.

About Healthforce

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.

We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs , allied health travel assignments , and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.

Travel Nursing and Allied Health Opportunities Nationwide

Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.

• Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more
• Allied health travel jobs including CT Tech, Rad Tech, PT, OT, Respiratory, and more
• Local contract and per diem opportunities
• Short-term and 13-week travel assignments

Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.

What Makes Healthforce Different

We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.

• Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
• Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly
• Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start
• 24/7 support while you are on assignment
• Nationwide job access across multiple specialties and care settings

We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.

Built for Travel Nurses and Allied Professionals

Healthforce is designed around the needs of today’s travel healthcare workforce. We make it easier for clinicians to move quickly, stay informed, and access strong opportunities across the country.

• Quick submissions to open jobs
• Access to multiple job options at once
• Flexible assignment locations
• Ongoing support throughout your contract

Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.

Start Your Next Travel Assignment

Healthforce is actively hiring travel nurses and allied healthcare professionals for assignments nationwide.

Apply today to connect with a recruiter and explore current travel nursing and allied health job opportunities.