Travel - NICU RRT Job - $2,442/wk - $2,672/wk

Aya Healthcare has an immediate opening for a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) in the NICU at an acute care hospital in Santa Barbara, CA.

About the Role

We’ll work with you to build the healthcare career of your dreams. Whether you want a job close to home or across the country, we’ve got you covered.

Pay

$2,442 to $2,672 weekly. Pay listed includes taxable wages and tax-free expense reimbursements.

Schedule

• 13-week assignment
• Night shift: 3x 12-hour shifts (19:00 - 07:30)
• Start date: 08/24/2026

Responsibilities & Skills

• Aerosol set up (mask, trach)
• Albuterol, Atrovent, Pulmicort, Spiriva, Racemic epinephrine, Terbutaline Sulfate, Mucomyst administration
• Apnea Monitor, Bag and mask ventilation, BiPAP, Bivent, CPAP/Nasal CPAP/BIPAP, High Flow Nasal Cannula (HFNC)
• Basic EKG interpretation
• Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia, Cystic fibrosis, Respiratory distress syndrome, Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV), Pneumonia management
• Capillary and arterial blood gases (drawing and interpretation)
• Chest Physiotherapy, Pulmonary Hygiene
• Direct Intubation (Neonatal, Pediatric), Intubation Assist, Extubation
• Emergency Department and Pediatric Critical Care experience
• ET Tube, Nasal airway placement, Oral airway placement
• High frequency oscillator, Oscillating Ventilator, Pressure/Volume Ventilator, IMV/SIMV, Weaning from mechanical ventilation
• Inhaled Flolan, Inhaled steroids, Lidocaine administration
• Metered Dose Inhaler (MDI), Medihaler, T-piece, Trach collar
• Nasal airway suctioning, Oral/nasal Suctioning, Sputum specimen collection
• Neonatal transports (inter-departmental), Troubleshooting high pressure alarms
• Nitric Oxide (INo) administration
• Tracheostomy care/management
• Transient Tachypnea of the newborn, Near drowning, Cold management
• Umbilical blood gases

Requirements

• 1 year of experience
• Active certifications: BLS, NRP, PALS, RRT
• Charting experience with Epic

Facility Information

• Type: Acute Care Hospital (Level 1 Trauma)
• Bed count: 362

Benefits

• Premium medical, dental, vision, and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment
• Insurance coverage retained for up to 24 days between assignments
• Generous 401(k) match
• Paid company housing (pet-friendly) or a generous housing stipend, if eligible
• Paid sick time (accrued at 1 hour per 30 hours worked, compliant with state/federal/local laws)
• Access to unlimited continuing education units online
• Licensure, relocation, and other reimbursements, when applicable
• Expert career guidance with a dedicated recruiter
• 24/7 support team dedicated to your happiness on assignment

Why Aya?

• Largest and most reliable job database with real-time updates
• Front-of-the-line access through direct facility relationships, including quick (even same-day) offers
• Expedited licensing and streamlined compliance with strong relationships with boards of nursing in all 50 states
• Industry-leading on-time start rate
• Access to travel, per diem, and permanent job opportunities nationwide