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Job description
American Traveler is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Libertyville, Illinois.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
Discipline: Allied Health Professional
Start Date: 11/09/2026
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: Nov 9, 2026
Length: 13 weeks
Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist with 2+ years of full lifespan (neonatal, pediatric, adult, and geriatric) critical care experience for a night shift position at a Level 1 Trauma Center.
Details
Respiratory Therapy Services: Pulmonary unit within a Level 1 Trauma Center, Level II NICU, Magnet-designated teaching hospital with a Primary Stroke Center
Patient population ranges from neonates to geriatric respiratory patients
1:1 patient ratios
12-hour night shift schedule, 6pm start, 36 hours per week
Weekend rotation every other weekend
No on-call requirements
Potential floating to other hospitals within the Patient Service Area based on contract terms
Uses PB840, PB980, Servo-U, and Hamilton ventilators, V60 and ResMed/RemStar CPAP/BiPAP, Optiflow, and Hamilton transport vents
EPIC EMR experience required
Requirements
Active RT license required (if applicable)
BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP certifications required (AHA)
RRT required, CRT also accepted
Minimum 2 years of experience across full lifespan patient care including peds, adults, and geriatrics
Neonatal and pediatric experience required
EPIC EMR experience required
Skilled in trach care, nitrous oxide procedures, proning techniques, ECMO, ventilator-associated pneumonia prevention, spontaneous breathing trials, and ABG draws
Critical care experience required
Minimum 1 professional reference dated within the last year from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN
Candidate DOB and last 4 digits of SSN required for consideration
Additional Information
Provide respiratory therapy care across the full patient lifespan, from neonates through geriatric patients
Supervisor support available on the unit
One day of orientation provided on the unit
Holiday coverage required based on facility needs
Charcoal gray scrub color required
Free parking available
Ample PPE, including N95 masks, provided
First-time travelers considered upon review
Former Advocate Health employees must be separated at least 12 months before becoming eligible for travel assignments
Local candidates accepted at the same pay rate with no radius restrictions
Time off requests must be submitted for manager approval and are not guaranteed
American Traveler Job ID #P- . 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: 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.
Worksite address
libertyville, IL, 60092, US
Who can apply
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