Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - NICU/Pediatrics & Adult ICU

Company: Jackson HealthPros
Location: Winston Salem
Posted on: March 31, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Jackson HealthPros is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist - Discipline: Allied Health Professional - Start Date: 04/27/2026 - Duration: 13 weeks - 36 hours per week - Shift: 12 hours - Employment Type: Travel We’re hiring an experienced Registered Respiratory Therapist for a hospital in Winston-Salem, NC where you will be responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating treatment, care, and needs of patients with breathing disorders. /n /n Minimum Requirements: /n - Associate or bachelor’s degree from a Respiratory Therapy or Cardiopulmonary Science program. - Current NC state license in good standing. - Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential required. CRT acceptable but not preferred. - Minimum 2 years of Respiratory Therapy critical care experience. This must include mechanical ventilation and airway support experience. - Previous experience with pediatric patients required for NICU/Peds designation; neonatal and pediatric experience preferred. - BLS and PALS required. NRP required for NICU roles. ACLS preferred. - Preferred experience with high-acuity, Level 1 trauma center environments. - Preferred experience with department equipment: Servo U, Servo Air, The Vest, Volara, Aerogen, Heated High Flow, cough assist. For pediatrics, HFJV and HFOV experience preferred. - Documentation, patient assessment, monitoring and diagnostics, and time management skills. /n /n Assignment Details /n - Facility type: Hospital. - Primary specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist — NICU/Pediatrics or Adult as assigned. - Shift: Nights. - Shift hours: 1800–0700. - Shift pattern: 3x12. - Standard hours per week: 36. - Duration: 13 week travel assignment. - Weekend rotation: every other weekend. - Holiday expectation: travelers will work approximately 75% of holidays. - Orientation: 1–2 days departmental plus facility orientation. - Floating: Assignment to units based on traveler experience and unit needs; no routine floating to other facilities. /n /n Location Highlights /n /n Winston-Salem offers a mix of cultural attractions and outdoor access within short drives to regional landmarks. Old Salem Museums & Gardens and Reynolda House Museum of American Art are located in the city, and downtown Arts District restaurants and live music venues are typically within a 10–15 minute drive from major hospitals. The city is about 25 miles from Pilot Mountain State Park and roughly 90 minutes from both Boone and the Blue Ridge Parkway for weekend hiking and scenic drives, supporting an active, suburban lifestyle with urban amenities. Public transit options include the Winston-Salem Transit Authority bus network, with easily reachable commuter routes to major shopping districts and medical centers. The nearby Piedmont Triad International Airport is approximately 25 minutes by car, enabling regional travel and quick access to Charlotte and Raleigh within a 1.5–2 hour drive. /n /n Standard Job Description Addendum /n You will provide direct respiratory care in ICU, medical/surgical, or pediatric/neonatal units as assigned. Responsibilities include ventilator management, airway maintenance, monitoring, patient assessment, documentation, and participation in departmental teamwork. Department culture emphasizes collaborative practice with lead therapists on each shift. EMR system: Epic. /n /n Application Note /n Apply now and a recruiter will reach out to confirm details and ensure this role matches your qualifications. Thank you for your time and responsiveness. Jackson HealthPros Job ID 439467. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. About Jackson HealthPros Jackson HealthPros™ provides highly skilled imaging, radiology, surgical, laboratory, and respiratory therapy professionals to healthcare organizations nationwide for short and long-term staffing needs. Part of Jackson Healthcare’s “Family of Staffing Companies" and ranked among the nation's largest in Healthcare Staffing, Jackson HealthPros™ is filling thousands of contracts and permanent positions every month. Make a real difference as a traveling healthcare pro at facilities nationwide that need your experience and expertise while enjoying your favorite locations. Leave the routine behind, earn competitive pay, meet new people, and build a standout resume—all while advancing your healthcare career. With our extensive network of exclusive jobs, we’ll help you achieve your career goals and fuel your passion for care with adventures of a lifetime. Jackson HealthPros™ is part of the Jackson Healthcare® family of companies.

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