nicu respiratory therapist

UCLA Health

<div><div>Description
Perform routine and complex Respiratory Therapy for Pediatric and Neonatal patients. Assignments include all critical care areas, the Emergency Department, and intensive care units. May be required to work in any area in the Health System. For the NICU Department, 1) must have two years of NICU Experience, 2) must have experience with high-frequency ventilators, either the HFOV or HFJV. 3) May require rotating shifts, Day/Nights. May convert to a career.
 
 
Salary: $65.08 / hour</div><div> 
Qualifications
Required for the NICU Department
<ul><li>Must have two years of recent NICU Experience</li>
<li>Must have experience with high-frequency ventilators, either the HFOV or HFJV</li></ul> 


Preferred for the NICU Department
<ul><li>Previous experience intubating neonates within the last year</li></ul> 


Educational Requirements:
<ul>
<li>Graduate of Approved 2 Year Respiratory Therapy Program</li>
<li>AA/ AS degree in Respiratory Therapy or similar&ndash; Required</li>
<li>BS degree in Respiratory Therapy or similar - Preferred</li></ul> 


Licenses/Certifications:
<ul>
<li>RCP State License-in the state of California &ndash; Required</li>
<li>Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) - Required</li>
<li>CPR: American Heart Association Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) &ndash; Required</li>
<li>Pediatrics Advanced Life Support (PALS) &ndash; Required</li>
<li>NRP - Preferred/Required for NICU</li>
<li>Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - Preferred</li></ul> 


Skills:
<ul><li>Demonstrated knowledge and skill in all theories and practices of current Respiratory Therapy</li>
<li>Skill in organizing work efficiently.</li>
<li>Ability to determine appropriate modes of care when provided with a care plan by the physician.</li>
<li>Ability to communicate effectively with physicians, nurses, and co-workers. Listen perceptively to instructions or information.</li>
<li>Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in written form.</li>
<li>Skill in set-up, monitoring, and troubleshooting all Respiratory Equipment.</li>
<li>Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with personnel and ancillary medical personnel.</li>
<li>Ability to interact humanistically and professionally with a diverse group of patients, visitors, co-workers, and other medical center staff as part of a team.</li>
<li>Skill in setting priorities, which accurately reflect the relative importance of job responsibilities. Working independently with minimal direction to achieve optimal results.</li>
<li>Ability to perform more than one task simultaneously and respond positively to temporary changes in work schedule.</li>
<li>Ability to provide excellent service, promote customer satisfaction, provide quality care, and create a positive, progressive, and friendly environment throughout the entire UCLA Healthcare Community, while maintaining the confidentiality of patients, and their families at all times (i.e., during and after work).</li>
<li>Commitment to Teamwork and Quality to achieve common goals and reflect Enterprise and Department standards, which include accuracy, attention to detail, completeness, and timeliness.</li></ul> 


Physical Demands:

Ability to perform the following activities using proper body mechanics:
<ul>
<li>Stand and or walk 75% of the 12-hour work day.</li>
<li>Sit, push, kneel, crouch, and reach for extended periods.</li>
<li>Transfer a patient weighing a minimum of 100 lbs. using equipment or with assistance.</li>
<li>Lift, push, pull, and carry a minimum of 35 lbs.</li></ul></div></div>

NICU Respiratory Therapist (Per Diem)

Aequor, Allied Division

<div>
 
 Aequor Allied is seeking a travel Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Taos, New Mexico.
 
 Job Description &amp; Requirements
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 Specialty:
 
 Respiratory Therapist
 
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 Discipline:
 
 Allied Health Professional
 
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 Start Date:
 
 04/13/2026
 
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 Duration:
 
 13 weeks
 
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 36 hours per week
 
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 Shift:
 
 12 hours
 
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 Employment Type:
 
 Travel
 
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 Therapy Staff Job ID #1739342. 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: Respiratory Therapist - Hospital
 
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Travel NICU Respiratory Therapist - $1,896 per week

Memorial Health University Medical Center

<div><h5 class="jobSectionHeader">Introduction</h5>
Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a(an) NICU Pediatric Respiratory Therapist? At Memorial Health University Medical Center, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years.<h5 class="jobSectionHeader">
Benefits</h5>
Memorial Health University Medical Center offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:<ul><li>
Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.</li><li>
Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.</li><li>
Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing 
</li><li>
401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service) 
</li><li>
Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock 
</li><li>
Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance. 
</li><li>
Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more 
</li><li>
Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts 
</li><li>
Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships 
</li><li>
Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships) 
</li><li>
Colleague recognition program 
</li><li>
Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence) 
</li><li>
Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.</li></ul>
Learn more about Employee Benefits
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location. 
You contribute to our success. Every role has an impact on our patients&rsquo; lives and you have the opportunity to make a difference. We are looking for a dedicated NICU Pediatric Respiratory Therapist like you to be a part of our team.<h5 class="jobSectionHeader">
Job Summary and Qualifications</h5>
As a Respiratory Therapist, you&rsquo;ll play an essential role in guiding patients through both routine care and critical moments. You&rsquo;ll perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures while managing invasive and noninvasive ventilation across a variety of care settings. You&rsquo;ll have access to advanced respiratory technology, mentorship from experienced RT leaders, and the support of a dependable, collaborative team that will set you up for success and ongoing professional growth. And with consistent, predictable scheduling, you&rsquo;ll have the stability and resources to deliver your best care, continue building your expertise, and make a lasting impact on patient health every day.
Your role will include:
<ul><li>Assessing respiratory status by performing focused exams, interpreting breath sounds and airway patency, and determining the need for respiratory interventions.</li><li>
Delivering evidence-based therapy by providing oxygen support, aerosolized medications, airway clearance techniques, and other treatments across emergency, critical care, and acute settings.</li><li>
Managing ventilation and airways by assisting with artificial airway placement, initiating and adjusting invasive and noninvasive ventilation, monitoring patient responses, and responding quickly to clinical changes or emergencies.</li><li>
Supporting patients and the care team by educating patients and families, serving as a clinical resource, partnering with physicians and nurses, and helping stabilize newborns during deliveries when needed.</li><li>
Maintaining equipment and safety by setting up, operating, and cleaning respiratory equipment; ensuring readiness and preventive maintenance; transporting ventilated patients safely; and following all infection-prevention standards.</li></ul>
<h6 class="jobSectionHeader">What qualifications you will need:</h6> 
<ul><li>
Advanced Cardiac Life Spt must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date</li><li>
Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date</li><li>
PALS Pediatric Adv Life Supt must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date</li><li>
(NBRC-RRT) Registered Respiratory Therapist must be obtained within 6 months of employment start date</li><li>
(RRT/RCP-State) Respiratory Therapist/Practitioner</li><li>
Associate Degree, or Bachelors Degree</li></ul>
Memorial Health University Medical Center has provided quality healthcare services since 1955, giving patients access to highly-trained physicians and advanced technology. Our 600+ bed hospital is one of the region's leading acute care facilities that serves 35 counties across southeast Georgia and southern South Carolina. Located in Savannah, Georgia, we are a regional referral center for heart care, cancer care, trauma care, children's care, high-risk pregnancies and high-risk newborn care. Our hospital includes the region's only Level I trauma center and children's hospital, as well as the Savannah campus of Mercer University School of Medicine.
At Memorial Health, our care like family culture extends to our patients, our people and our community. We are committed to each other because when we join together, our patients are cared for in the safest and most compassionate way.
HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World&rsquo;s Most Ethical Companies&reg; by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses. 
&quot;Good people beget good people.&quot;- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. 
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder
We are a family 270,000 dedicated professionals! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for our NICU Pediatric Respiratory Therapist opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your resume today to join our community of caring!
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.</div>

NICU Pediatric Respiratory Therapist

Start of District of Columbia

<ul><li>Title: Respiratory Therapist: $1830/Week</li><li>Location: San Antonio TX</li><li>Contract: 13 Weeks</li><li>Shift: Night Shift 630 PM to 700 AM</li></ul>Requirements<ul><li>RRT or CRT</li><li>Active Texas RCP License</li><li>BLS ACLS PALS NRP</li><li>Minimum 6 months NICU or PICU experience</li></ul>Duties<ul><li>Provide respiratory care to NICU and PICU patients</li><li>Manage ventilators and non invasive respiratory support</li><li>Administer nebulizer treatments and airway clearance therapies</li><li>Perform ABG collection and monitoring</li><li>Assist with intubation and emergency procedures</li><li>Monitor patient progress and adjust treatments</li><li>Operate equipment such as HFNC BiPAP and ventilators</li><li>Document patient care in EMR accurately</li><li>Collaborate with physicians nurses and care team</li><li>Follow all safety and hospital protocols</li></ul>Job Types: Contract, TemporaryPay: From $1,830.00 per weekBenefits:<ul><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Work Location: On the road

Respiratory Therapist: $1830/Week

American Traveler

<div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">Assignment Overview</h3><ul><li>
Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs</li><li>
Hours: 36 hrs/wk</li><li>
Start Date: Apr 6, 2026</li><li>
Length: 13 weeks</li><li>
Openings: 1</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
Description</h3>
American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with pediatric experience, including NICU or PICU background, for a night shift travel assignment at a children's hospital in Indiana.<h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
Details</h3><ul><li>
Pediatric respiratory therapy unit at a children's hospital in Indiana</li><li>
Home unit (NICU, PICU, or general Peds) will be assigned upon arrival based on facility need</li><li>
Primary placement in Labor &amp; Delivery (L&amp;D)</li><li>
May float between PICU, NICU, and Peds units, as well as to an affiliate hospital</li><li>
Night shift: 3x12-hour shifts, 19:00&ndash;07:00</li><li>
Every other weekend required</li><li>
Uses Cerner for charting</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
Requirements</h3><ul><li>
Active Indiana RN license required; Indiana temporary license accepted if candidate has applied for both temp and permanent</li><li>
Indiana state license required if applicable</li><li>
Current certifications required: ACLS, BLS, NBRC RRT, and NRP (NRP can be obtained upon offer if not yet held)</li><li>
PALS preferred</li><li>
Education must be accredited by CoARC and regionally accredited by CHEA</li><li>
Minimum 18 months to 2 years of respiratory therapy experience required</li><li>
Children's hospital experience within the last 3 years required</li><li>
NICU or PICU experience required</li><li>
L&amp;D experience required</li><li>
Level 1 adult facility experience also considered</li><li>
Cerner charting experience required</li><li>
AHA or RQI certifications accepted and must be current</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
Additional Information</h3><ul><li>
First-time travelers are welcome to apply</li><li>
Local candidates are accepted for this Allied position</li><li>
Candidates must be available to work 2 out of 3 major holidays</li><li>
Up to 5 days of RTO may be auto-approved</li><li>
Former permanent or PRN employees of this facility must have a 12-month gap before applying as a traveler</li><li>
Candidates must confirm comfort with the every other weekend requirement prior to consideration</li></ul></div>

Travel Respiratory Therapist - Pediatric RT

<div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">Assignment Overview</h3><ul><li>
Shift: Days, 4x12hrs</li><li>
Hours: 48 hrs/wk</li><li>
Start Date: May 11, 2026</li><li>
Length: 12 weeks</li><li>
Openings: 1</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
Description</h3>
American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with a minimum of 2 years of pediatric experience for a NICU-focused travel assignment in Cleveland, OH.<h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
Details</h3><ul><li>
Work in a NICU, PICU, and CVICU setting with a pediatric patient population</li><li>
High-acuity Level 4 NICU care environment</li><li>
May float to satellite NICU and pediatric rehab locations in the greater Cleveland area</li><li>
Day shift, 7:00 AM &ndash; 7:30 PM</li><li>
Schedule is 3x12 or 4x12 hours per week</li><li>
12-week contract</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
Requirements</h3><ul><li>
Current Ohio RRT license required &mdash; must be in hand prior to consideration</li><li>
Active NBRC credential required</li><li>
Current certifications required: BLS, Advanced NRP, and PALS</li><li>
Minimum 2 years of experience in PEDS, PICU, and/or NICU required</li><li>
Level 4 NICU experience required</li><li>
A valid driver's license and Social Security card are required for consideration</li><li>
Two professional references required for consideration</li><li>
License required if applicable</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
Additional Information</h3><ul><li>
Provide high-acuity respiratory therapy care to neonatal and pediatric critical care patients across NICU, PICU, and CVICU units</li><li>
Two fingerprinting sessions are required: one completed on-site at the facility prior to start, and one completed through the agency</li><li>
All RTO and scheduling requests must be communicated at the time of submission and during the interview</li><li>
Complete work history, including any prior experience at this facility system, must be included in your profile</li></ul></div>

Travel Respiratory Therapist - NICU RT

Medical City Healthcare

<div>Medical City Arlington
Registered Respiratory Therapist - NICU
Nights - Rotating Weekend
**Sign-On Bonus of up to 20k may be available**
Introduction
Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like family! Jump-start your career as a(an) Registered Respiratory Therapist NICU today with Medical City Arlington.<h5 class="jobSectionHeader">
Benefits</h5>
Medical City Arlington, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:<ul><li>
Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.</li><li>
Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.</li><li>
Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing 
</li><li>
401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service) 
</li><li>
Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock 
</li><li>
Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance. 
</li><li>
Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more 
</li><li>
Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts 
</li><li>
Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships 
</li><li>
Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships) 
</li><li>
Colleague recognition program 
</li><li>
Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence) 
</li><li>
Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.</li></ul> 
Learn more about Employee Benefits
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location. 
Come join our team as a(an) Registered Respiratory Therapist NICU. We care for our community! Just last year, HCA Healthcare and our colleagues donated $13.8 million dollars to charitable organizations. Apply Today!<h5 class="jobSectionHeader">
Job Summary and Qualifications</h5>
The NICU Registered Respiratory Therapist delivers professional nursing care to all patients in NICU. Performs assessment and acuity assignment; follows standard of care utilizing Nursing Process in delivery of care; maintains accountability for professional decisions and actions. Daily assignment of an RN may include supervision of other nursing personnel and/or students. Function as a preceptor and ability to function as a charge nurse. The employee performs all services as they may relate to patient care/treatment with consideration for age/condition of patient.<h6 class="jobSectionHeader">
What qualifications you will need:</h6><ul><li>
Advanced Cardiac Life Spt must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date</li><li>
Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date</li><li>
Neonate Resuscitate must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date</li><li>
PALS Pediatric Adv Life Supt must be obtained within 60 months of employment start date</li><li>
State Registered Respiratory Therapist</li><li>
RRT/Respiratory Care Practitioner (RRT / RCP)</li><li>
Associate Degree</li><li>
1+ Year as an RRT in NICU setting Required</li></ul>
Medical City Arlington is a 435+ bed full-service hospital located in south Arlington. Our services include heart &amp; vascular, brain &amp; spine, emergency and trauma care. We have cancer care, orthopedics, surgical and women's services for our patients. Our women&rsquo;s complex has combined clinical excellence with thoughtful amenities including luxury maternity suites and personalized delivery methods. Our culture is what sets us apart. We have formed a team that works together with purpose. We focus on delivering high-quality care in an environment filled with safety and compassion. Our team consists of over 1,400 full-time and part-time nurses, therapists, technicians and other healthcare colleagues. Medical City Arlington is proud to be a leader in Dallas/Fort Worth healthcare. We have nearly 700 skilled physicians that represent a wide variety of medical specialties. We are the official hospital of the Texas Rangers. We form a team that focuses on high-quality care in an environment filled with compassion and service. As a part of the Medical City network of hospitals and specialists, patients are ensured access to leading medical experts and advanced healthcare innovations across the network.
HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World&rsquo;s Most Ethical Companies&reg; by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses. 
&quot;The great hospitals will always put the patient and the patient's family first, and the really great institutions will provide care with warmth, compassion, and dignity for the individual.&quot;- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. 
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder
If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Registered Respiratory Therapist NICU opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.</div>

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