American Traveler is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Raleigh, North Carolina.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
- Discipline: Allied Health Professional
- Start Date: 08/24/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Aug 24, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist - RRT with 4+ years of experience and Epic charting experience for a night shift hospital position.
Details
- Hospital-based Respiratory Therapy/Neuro Diagnostics unit
- Patient population includes infants, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics
- Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts, 18:30-07:00
- Weekend schedule covering Saturdays, Sundays, and Mondays
- No on-call requirements
- Epic charting system used
Requirements
- Minimum 4 years of experience as a Respiratory Therapist
- Prior travel experience required
- Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, NRP, PALS, RRT
- Epic charting experience required
- NC or Compact license required in hand at time of consideration
- License required if applicable
- Skilled in adult critical care and emergency department settings
- Experience with medication delivery systems including aerosol setups, MDIs, and nebulizers
- Proficient in ventilator management including BiPAP, CPAP, and high-frequency oscillator/jet ventilation
- Skilled in neonatal/pediatric airway management including intubation assist, extubation, and tracheostomy care
- Experience with oxygen therapy including high flow nasal cannula and hyperbaric therapy
- Proficient in basic EKG interpretation and arterial blood gas (ABG) analysis
Additional Information
- Provide respiratory care across a wide range of patient populations from infants to geriatric patients
- Perform ventilator management, airway management, and medication administration duties
- Bi-weekly orientation schedule
- First-time travelers will not be considered for this position
- Local candidates accepted within a 75-mile radius at a reduced rate
- Flu vaccine required during flu season (October 31-March 31) with no exemptions
- Candidates who were previously permanent employees of the health system must not have left within the past 6 months
- Maximum RTO of 5-7 days
American Traveler Job ID #P-739349. 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 - 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.