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American Traveler is seeking a travel Certified Respiratory Therapy - NICU for a travel job in Montgomery, Alabama. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Certified Respiratory Therapy - NICU Discipline: Allied Health Professional Start Date: 06/08/2026 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: Jun 8, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist - NICU with at least 2 years of Level 3 NICU experience for a 13-week day shift contract at a hospital working with both NICU and adult patient populations. Details Work setting is a hospital-based respiratory therapy unit serving both NICU and adult patient populations NICU unit has 36 beds with typically 18–20 patients NICU patient care includes ground transports, Nitric Oxide administration, and transport responsibilities Adult patient care includes general and critical care cases EMR: Cerner (experience required); Omnicell medication dispensing Equipment includes Spacelabs monitors, PB 840, PB 980, Drager VN500, LTV, and Airvo ventilators, and 3100A oscillator 12-hour day shifts, 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM; night shift availability also exists (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM) 36 hours per week Weekend rotation every other weekend Voluntary call available NICU therapists float to adult units as needed One major and one minor seasonal holiday required per policy Requirements RRT preferred; CRT considered with a minimum of 2 years of experience Minimum 2 years of experience in a Level 3 NICU required Candidates with only 1 year of experience will not be considered BLS and NRP required; ACLS and APLS preferred Cerner or Epic EMR experience required Must be able to work independently in a Level 3 NICU, including as the sole NICU RRT on a shift Ground transport and Nitric Oxide administration experience preferred Must reside more than 60 miles from the facility to be eligible License required if applicable One reference from a charge nurse or above from the past 12 months required for consideration DOB (day and month) required for consideration Additional Information First-time travelers are considered with at least 2 years of experience and Cerner or Epic EMR experience Former permanent staff must wait 6 months before being considered as a traveler Orientation for new or returning travelers (absent 1 years) includes 24 hours of classroom training and 24 hours on the unit; orientation for recent rehires is evaluated on a case-by-case basis An interview is required prior to any offer being extended Scrubs: Navy blue Free parking available in an on-site parking deck RTO blackout dates apply to several major holidays and holiday weekends throughout the year; up to 7 days of RTO may otherwise be approved American Traveler Job ID P-707185. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 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.a25371ca-cde7-4fb6-ba87-2cf40b156c8b