Travel NICU Respiratory Therapist - $1,890 per week
New Orleans, LA, 70123, USA
- $12 p/hour
- Healthcare
- Contract
- respiratory therapist
- travel healthcare jobs
- ventilator management
This position is for a travel Respiratory Therapist providing specialized respiratory care to patients with cardiopulmonary conditions in New Orleans for a 13-week assignment. Responsibilities include ventilator management, airway care, diagnostic testing, and emergency respiratory procedures in acute and critical care settings. Candidates must hold an active state license (RRT or CRT) and BLS and ACLS certifications, with at least one year of relevant experience preferred.
Prime Staffing is seeking a travel Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in New Orleans, Louisiana.
Job Description & Requirements- Specialty: Respiratory Therapist
- Discipline: Allied Health Professional
- Start Date: 01/12/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours
- Employment Type: Travel
About the Position
Specialty: Respiratory Therapist
Experience: 1+ year of respiratory therapy experience preferred
License: Active State RRT or CRT License required
Certifications: BLS and ACLS required (PALS/NRP may be required depending on unit)
Must-Have: Proficiency in ventilator management, airway care, and emergency respiratory procedures
Description: The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for assessing, planning, and delivering respiratory care services to patients with cardiopulmonary conditions. This includes performing diagnostic tests, managing ventilators, administering medications, and collaborating with the healthcare team to provide comprehensive respiratory support in acute and/or critical care settings.
Requirements
Required for Onboarding
• State Respiratory Therapy License (RRT or CRT)
• BLS & ACLS Certifications
Prime Staffing Job ID #35174378. 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: Respiratory Therapist:Respiratory Therapist,19:00:00-07:30:00
About Prime StaffingAt Prime Staffing, we understand the importance of finding the perfect fit for both our clients and candidates. Prime Staffing utilizes a unique matchmaking approach, providing the most qualified contingent staffing to our clients, and the most competitive contracts to our workforce. Our experienced team takes the time to get to know both our clients and candidates, their needs, and preferences, to ensure that each placement is a success.
We offer a wide range of staffing services including temporary, temp-to-perm, and direct hire placements. Our extensive network of qualified candidates includes nurses, allied healthcare professionals, corporate support professionals and executives.




