First Connect Health is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Akron, Ohio.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
- Discipline: Allied Health Professional
- Start Date: 09/28/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
🔥 NIGHT-SHIFT NICU / PICU REGISTERED RESPIRATORY THERAPIST CONTRACT – AKRON CHILDREN'S
First Connect Health has an immediate 12-week travel contract opening for an experienced Neonatal / Pediatric Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) in Akron, Ohio. Operating within Respiratory Care Services at Akron Children's Hospital, this position offers a structured 3x12 overnight schedule (19:00 PM - 07:00 AM / 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM). If you are a credentialed RRT experienced with Servo ventilators, high-frequency oscillatory ventilation, nitric oxide delivery, and neonatal critical care looking to earn $2,506/week with max tax-free stipends, this contract is tailored for you!
💰 PRE-CALCULATED PAY PACKAGE
- Weekly Gross: $2,506.00
- Weekly Tax-Free Stipend: $1,246.00
- Hourly W2 Rate: $35.00/hr (36 regular hours)
- Overtime Rate: $52.50/hr
📅 SHIFT & POSITION DETAILS
- Schedule: Night shifts, 3x12-Hours (19:00 PM - 07:00 AM / 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM). Block scheduling is not available.
- Guaranteed Hours: 36 regular hours guaranteed weekly.
- Weekend Requirements: Every other weekend (EOW) rotation.
- On-Call Requirements: Standby call rate is $7.50/hr ($125.00/hr call-back rate).
- Clinical Scope & High-Acuity Care: Patient populations include prematurity, congenital anomalies, infectious respiratory diseases, pediatric trauma, CF, technology-dependent patients, and neuromuscular disorders. Manages mechanical ventilation (Servo ventilators experience mandatory), high-frequency jet/oscillating ventilation, CPAP/BiPAP, HFNC, and inhaled nitric oxide (iNO).
- Floating Requirements: Floating across acute units and partner sites required as needed (including Beeghly, Summa, PICU/Stepdown, and offsite NICU/L&D).
- EMR Charting: Epic EMR.
🚨 REQUISITE QUALIFICATIONS FOR SUBMISSION
- Experience: Minimum 2 years of clinical respiratory experience in pediatric or neonatal critical care is required (Level 3 or Level 4 NICU background preferred; standalone children's hospital experience preferred). Prior travel experience is required.
- Licensure: Active Ohio Respiratory Care Professional License strictly required in hand at submittal.
- Certifications Required: * Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential via NBRC
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
- American Heart Association (AHA) Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- AHA Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- AHA Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Local Candidate Policy: No radius restrictions; local candidates are accepted at the exact same travel rate!
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📍 Location Details: Assignment is located at Akron Children's Hospital, 1 Perkins Sq, Akron, OH 44308.
⏱️ Assignment Timeline: 12-week contract running from September 28, 2026, through December 21, 2026.
🫁 Equipment Competency: Must have verified clinical experience operating Servo ventilators.
🔄 Floating Confirmation: Submittal requires traveler confirmation of willingness to float between campus locations (including Beeghly and Summa).
About First Connect Health
At First Connect Health, we take pride in being a Joint Commission–certified healthcare staffing agency, headquartered in Newark, New Jersey. This prestigious certification is more than just a seal — it's a reflection of our commitment to excellence, safety, and quality in everything we do.
By meeting the rigorous standards set by The Joint Commission, one of the most respected accrediting bodies in healthcare, we've demonstrated that our processes, compliance, and patient care standards are aligned with the highest levels of quality in the industry.
But our dedication goes beyond certifications. Nurses choose First Connect Health because:
- ✅ Trust and Transparency: We foster honest communication, timely updates, and full transparency throughout your placement journey.
- ✅ Best Pay & Benefits: We offer industry-leading compensation packages, along with benefits that support your career goals.
- ✅ Flexibility & Choice: Whether you're seeking short-term assignments, long-term contracts, or local opportunities, we provide the flexibility to suit your preferences.
- ✅ Personalized Support: Our recruiters take the time to understand your needs, guiding you with care, respect, and responsiveness at every step.
When you work with First Connect Health, you're not just another number — you're a valued professional. Join a team that’s focused on your success, your well-being, and your future in healthcare.
Benefits
- Sick pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Weekly pay
- Referral bonus
