Travel NICU REQUIRED- (RRT) NIGHTS

American Traveler is seeking a travel Certified Respiratory Therapy - NICU for a travel job in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Certified Respiratory Therapy - NICU
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 12/07/2026
• Duration: 18 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview
Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
Hours: 48 hrs/wk
Start Date: Dec 7, 2026
Length: 18 weeks
Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for a NICU position at a Level I Trauma teaching hospital, requiring 2 years of NICU/PICU experience and HFJV/HFOV proficiency.
Details

• Night shift, 4x12 hours (18:00-06:30)
• NICU unit with average daily census of 6-10 vents on ventilators
• Floating to RRT Adults unit as needed based on facility needs
• Weekends required as needed by the unit, with no more than 3 consecutive weekends worked
• Cerner charting system used
• 36 hours/week with facility allowed up to 3 call-offs during the 13-week assignment

Requirements
NM state license required if applicable
RRT, BLS, ACLS, and NRP certifications required; PALS preferred
Minimum 2 years of recent NICU/PICU experience required
Both NICU and PICU experience required
Self-rated proficiency of 4 on High Frequency Jet Ventilator (HFJV) and High Frequency Oscillator (HFOV)
Trauma Level I experience required
Skilled in endotracheal tube/suctioning, extubation, nasal/oral airway placement and suctioning, sputum specimen collection, tracheostomy suctioning, pulmonary toileting, and ABG interpretation
Teaching hospital and community hospital experience preferred
First-time travelers accepted
Additional Information

• Provide respiratory care to critically ill neonatal and pediatric patients including high-acuity ventilator management
• Work within a Level I Trauma, teaching, children's hospital setting
• Royal blue scrubs required
• No locals within 100 miles of the facility
• COVID vaccine optional, but facility requires reporting of vaccination status or declination
• No holiday RTO for December starts; must work Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, and New Year's Day for holiday pay
• RTO requests greater than 7 days require approval
• 6-month system break required after 1 year or 4 consecutive assignments, whichever comes first
• Former staff must have 12 months of separation before returning

American Traveler Job ID #P-768581. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 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.