About this opportunity
American Traveler lists this Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - Adult opportunity in city of fargo, North Dakota. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Fargo, North Dakota.
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, rotating
Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
Shift: Rotating, 3x12hrs
Hours: 36 hrs/wk
Start Date: Nov 9, 2026
Length: 13 weeks
Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist for a Level 1 trauma adult acute care unit requiring 2+ years of recent respiratory therapy experience and ICU experience in a 300+ bed facility.
Details
Acute care setting at a Level 1 trauma center
Adult respiratory therapy unit with potential rotation opportunities in Adult/NICU or Adult/PICU
Facility includes Adult ICU, intermediate ICU, general floor, ER, NICU, Peds ICU, Peds, and Family Birth Center units
Uses Epic EMR
Rotating day/night 12-hour shifts, primarily 12-hour with some 8-hour shifts
Every other weekend and holiday coverage required
36 guaranteed hours per week
May float to other campus locations (Broadway or South University) as needed
Team-based shifts with charge therapist and multiple RTs per shift depending on campus
Uses equipment including Hamilton G5 & C1 ventilators, V60, Airvo, Philips CoughAssist, Synclara Cough Device, Volara, Vest, ResMed AutoPAPs, Radiometer ABL90 Flex, Aerogen, Nitric Oxide, 3100B HFOV, B Braun Syringe Pump, and patient home ventilators (Trilogy, Astral, Vivo)
Requirements
Minimum 2 years of recent respiratory therapy experience required
Level 1 trauma and ICU experience required;
ER experience preferred
Experience in a facility with 300+ beds required
RRT certification via NBRC preferred;
CRT considered
BLS (AHA) required
ACLS (AHA) and PALS (AHA) preferred
ND state license required, or willingness to apply within 72 hours of offer acceptance
License required if applicable
Additional Information
Perform respiratory therapy assessments and protocols, arterial punctures, and blood gas analysis
Manage ventilator and NIV therapy, medication delivery, and airway clearance
Assist with intubations, extubations, bedside trach placement, tracheostomy changes, and decannulation
Assist with bedside bronchoscopy and participate in emergency response teams and ICU rounds
Support patient intrahospital transport
Complete lab orientation with RT education staff and preceptor shifts with unit RTs
Work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
Strong communication skills required for coordination with the healthcare team
Badge in and out required at facility
Scrub color: Steel Gray
Local candidates may be considered at a reduced rate for those within 80 miles of the facility
Candidates with prior Sanford Health employment must have an end date at least 6 months prior to submission
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
city of fargo, ND, 58126, US
Who can apply
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