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Job description
American Traveler is seeking a travel Certified Respiratory Therapy - NICU for a travel job in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Certified Respiratory Therapy - NICU
Discipline: Allied Health Professional
Start Date: 11/02/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
48 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, nights
Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
Hours: 48 hrs/wk
Start Date: Nov 2, 2026
Length: 13 weeks
Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for a NICU/L&D position at a children's hospital, requiring RRT certification and 2 years of NICU experience.
Details
Work in the NICU/L&D unit at a children's hospital
Home unit of NICU, PICU, or Peds assigned upon arrival, subject to change based on facility need
Primarily assigned to Labor & Delivery
Floating required to PICU and Peds Acute Care, as well as to affiliate hospitals nearby
Night shift, 4x12 hours, 19:00-7:30
Every other weekend required
Cerner charting system used, experience preferred
Requirements
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification through NBRC
ACLS and BLS certification required
NRP certification required for those placed in L&D (can be obtained once offered)
PALS certification preferred
Indiana state license required if applicable
Education must be accredited by CoARC and regionally accredited by CHEA
Minimum 2 years of NICU experience required
Labor & Delivery experience required
Children's hospital experience within the last 3 years required, or Level I adult trauma facility experience considered
NICU or PICU experience required
2 supervisor references required
SSN and DOB required for consideration
Additional Information
Provide respiratory care to neonatal patients primarily in the Labor & Delivery setting
Perform ventilator management including CPAP, weaning, and troubleshooting alarms
Manage airway care including suctioning, extubation, and tracheostomy care
Administer a range of respiratory medications via various delivery systems
Interpret arterial blood gases (ABGs)
First-time travelers are accepted
Candidates who were previously perm or PRN employees of the health system must wait 12 months before applying as a traveler
Up to 5 days of non-holiday RTO can be auto-approved; additional time off requires facility approval
Must work 2 out of 3 major holidays
Indiana residents are considered local
American Traveler Job ID #P- . Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel Respiratory Therapist - NICU RT
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
indianapolis, IN, 46262, US
Who can apply
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