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Job description
Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Council Bluffs, Iowa.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
Discipline: Allied Health Professional
Start Date: 10/05/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, days
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
nRespiratory Therapist Registered, PEDS located in the healthcare providers inpatient and outpatient settings. This role involves providing treatments and diagnostic support for adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients, including tasks such as drawing ABGs and performing EKGs. The position requires flexibility to work day shifts and involves rotations that include holidays.
nJob Details
nnPosition Description:
nProviding respiratory therapy treatments for various patient populations, including Adults, Peds, and Newborns, with responsibilities covering areas such as the ER, floors, nursery, ICU, Sleep Lab, OR, and PACU. Tasks include drawing ABGs and occasional EKGs. The role supports the supervisor, with no requirement for independent intubation.
nRequired Qualifications:
nValid certification in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (AHA), Basic Life Support (AHA), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (AHA), and Registered Respiratory Therapist (NBRC); current license to submit; minimum of 1 year of experience in respiratory therapy; located within the geographic area of the facility; and capable of working 12-hour shifts, at least 36 hours per week.
nSchedule:
nDay shifts, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week. The schedule may require flexibility to fill gaps, with rotations including every other weekend and holiday shifts based on staffing needs.
nAdditional Information:
nShift includes performing clinical duties such as drawing arterial blood gases and assisting with airway management. The equipment used includes Drager ventilators (A40, LTV, Avea, V-60, Vapotherms), with a hospitalist or intensivist on-site 24/7. New graduates are welcome to apply, and no floating to sister campuses is required.
n nBenefits
nnThe benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
nPrivate 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.
Benefits
401k retirement plan
Referral bonus
Worksite address
council bluffs, IA, 51502, US
Who can apply
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