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Job description
American Traveler is seeking a travel Certified Respiratory Therapy - NICU for a travel job in Portland, Oregon.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Certified Respiratory Therapy - NICU
Discipline: Allied Health Professional
Start Date: 10/20/2026
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: Oct 20, 2026
Length: 13 weeks
Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for a NICU/PICU night shift position at a children's teaching hospital requiring RRT certification and 2+ years of experience.
Details
Provides respiratory care across NICU, PICU, emergency department, and pediatric & adult acute/intermediate care wards at a children's teaching hospital
Night shift, 3x12 hours, 19:00-7:30
No call requirements
Candidates may float within the hospital or to nearby affiliate hospitals per unit needs
Epic EMR experience preferred
Requirements
Active RRT certification required
BLS certification required (AHA Traditional, RQI not accepted)
NRP and PALS certifications required
Minimum 2 years of NICU or PICU experience required, ideally from a large facility and within the last year
OR state license required if applicable; pending license acceptable with option to apply upon offer
Epic charting experience required for consideration
Teaching hospital and Trauma Level I experience preferred
Skilled in ventilator management including CPAP, BiPAP, high frequency jet ventilator, and oscillating ventilator
Experience with neonatal/pediatric equipment including bubble CPAP, umbilical blood gases, and high-flow nasal cannula
Experience caring for patients with ARDS, RSV, bronchopulmonary dysplasia, and respiratory distress syndrome
Skilled in airway management including intubation assist, extubation, and tracheostomy care
Two manager or supervisor references from an employer within the last 24 months required (charge RN references not accepted)
Proof of COVID vaccination required with no exemptions accepted
Must not have any background or license hits, as OHSU conducts a comprehensive lifetime background review
Additional Information
Delivers therapeutic interventions including airway management, ventilator management, newborn resuscitation, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation
Performs diagnostic procedures including arterial blood sampling, bedside spirometry, and point of care testing
Applies age-specific care approaches in line with the hospital's Family Centered Care Program
Assists and trains other respiratory therapists, students, and healthcare team members
Completes required competency testing and in-services to maintain scope of practice
Charts and charges for all services provided per hospital policy
First-time travelers will be considered for this position
Local candidates accepted at the same pay rate with no radius restriction
RTO must be submitted upfront and cannot exceed 2 weeks
Former OHSU employees or travelers must be gone at least 6 months before returning as a traveler, and require a reference from their previous OHSU manager
Refusal to float as requested may result in contract cancellation
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 - 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
portland, OR, 97204, US
Who can apply
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