Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $2,131 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Hendersonville, North Carolina.

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 11/30/2026
• 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 30, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist with 2+ years of experience for a night shift hospital position requiring RRT, BLS, ACLS, and NRP certifications.

• Work in a hospital respiratory care unit
• Night shift schedule with 3 shifts per week at 12 hours per shift
• Performs intubations, ventilator management, and airway management for critical care patients
• Conducts arterial blood gas evaluations and adjusts respiratory equipment parameters accordingly
• Utilizes specialized ventilator modes such as pressure-regulated volume control (PRVC)

• Active RRT credential through the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)
• Current North Carolina Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license required if applicable
• BLS, ACLS, and NRP certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of experience required
• PALS certification preferred
• Experience in adult critical care and pediatric/neonatal care settings preferred

• Administers respiratory patient care under physician direction in collaboration with an interdisciplinary care team
• Educates patients on bronchodilator usage, CPAP equipment, COPD management, and asthma symptom control
• Administers aerosol medications, oxygen therapy, and other standard respiratory care components
• Monitors intubated patients continuously and performs spontaneous breathing trials to support ventilator weaning
• Tests respiratory equipment and guides patients through breathing exercises

American Traveler Job ID #P-779587. 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

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.