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Job description
Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Nashville, Tennessee.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
Discipline: Allied Health Professional
Start Date: 09/28/2026
Duration: 16 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, nights
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
nRespiratory Therapist Registered (RT PEDS) position in Nashville, TN. This role involves providing specialized respiratory care in a high-acuity environment, with a focus on pediatric and neonatal patient populations. The position requires a dedicated professional capable of performing complex procedures and collaborating within a skilled team to deliver exceptional patient outcomes.
nJob Details:
nnLocation: Nashville, TN
nSchedule: Night shift, 12 hours shifts, minimum 36 hours per week
nStart Date: 09/28/2026
nEnd Date: 01/18/2027
nRequired Qualifications: RRT (Registered Respiratory Therapist) or CRT (Certified Respiratory Therapist), BLS (Basic Life Support), ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support), PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support - preferred), one year ICU experience preferred, TN state license or eligibility, and at least 1 year of relevant experience.
nPreferred Qualifications: Additional pediatric or neonatal experience, familiarity with Drager ventilators, Phillips V60, Vapotherm, Metaneb, and Meditech documentation system.
nResponsibilities: Performing bronchodilator therapy, arterial blood gas collection and analysis, airway clearance, trach care, ventilator management, intubation assistance, patient assessment, high flow oxygen therapy, patient transport, and responding to code blue situations.
nDress Code: Black, gray, or raspberry scrubs.
nAdditional Information:nnClock-in times are either 6:38 AM or 6:38 PM; clock-out times are either 7:15 AM or 7:15 PM.
nThe position is with a hospital that offers high acuity services and a supportive team environment, promoting a positive work culture.
nNo float rotation required.
nMust have current NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) and STABLE certifications.
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n nBenefits
nThe benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
nnPrivate housing or generous housing allowance
nComprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
nDependent health insurance with prescription coverage
nCompetitive salaries
nReferral bonuses
nTravel reimbursement
n401(k) retirement plan
nDirect deposit/free checking
nUnlimited free CE credits
n Cross Country Allied Job ID # . 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: RT - RRT Respiratory Therapist Registered.
About Cross Country Allied
You bring the expertise. We bring the support you deserve. At Cross Country, we connect allied professionals with flexible opportunities designed around what matters most — your goals, your growth, and your wellbeing. Whether you specialize in imaging, respiratory, surgical, or lab work, we’re here to champion your success with nationwide roles, hands-on support, and a team that sees you as essential. Because this isn’t just work. It’s your purpose.
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Benefits
401k retirement plan
Referral bonus
Worksite address
nashville, TN, 37247, US
Who can apply
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