Internal Traveler - Pediatric Respiratory Therapist (Night Shift)

Duke Clinical Research Institute; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 131,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Limited benefits

Job summary

Duke Health in Durham, NC is seeking a Pediatric Respiratory Therapist for a night-shift traveler assignment. External candidates only, with 8, 13, or 26-week lengths and renewal opportunities based on program limits.

The role requires pediatric respiratory care experience, NBRC-RRT credential, NC license, and BLS/PALS certifications. NICU/PCICU/PICU experience highly preferred for this pediatric-focused assignment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist.
• Pediatric respiratory care experience required for pediatric assignment.
• North Carolina respiratory care license and NBRC RRT credential.
• BLS and PALS certifications required; NRP may be required by area.

Responsibilities

• Assess and treat pediatric patients per care plans and orders.
• Administer oxygen, aerosols, airway clearance, and other therapies.
• Manage invasive/non-invasive ventilation and monitor responses.
• Perform suctioning, ABG collection, and CPR as needed.
• Educate patients and families and coordinate with the care team.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Night shift independence

Clear communication

Adaptability

Education

Associate degree

Job description

At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together.

About Duke University Hospital

Pursue your passion for caring with Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, which is consistently ranked among the best in the United States. The largest of the four Duke Healthhospitals with 1062 patient beds, it features comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, including a regional emergency/trauma center, an endo-surgery center, and more.

Duke's Internal Traveler Pool Opportunity

Pediatric Respiratory Therapist (Night Shift)

External Candidates only will be considered (12-Months away from Duke)

Traveler - Pediatric Respiratory Therapist (Night Shift)

Join our compassionate care team as a traveler and help us advance health together at Duke University Hospital.

Assignment Details

• Location: Duke University Hospital

• Shift: Nights; 12-hour shifts

• Schedule: One, two, or three shifts per week, with every‑other‑weekend coverage required throughout the assignment

• Assignment length: 8, 13, or 26 weeks, with renewal opportunities subject to program limits (26-weeks)

• Compensation: $63 or $65 per hour depending on level (Night shift and Weekend premium eligible)

• Benefits: Eligible for limited benefits

Pediatric respiratory care experience is required. NICU, PCICU, and PICU experience is highly preferred.

What You'll Do

Provide diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory care to pediatric patients in accordance with physician orders, established protocols, and the Respiratory Care Services scope of practice. You will support night‑shift staffing needs and collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, and other members of the pediatric care team to deliver safe, responsive, family‑centered care.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess pediatric patients and deliver respiratory therapies in accordance with care plans, physician orders, and established protocols.

• Administer oxygen, aerosolized medications, airway‑clearance therapies, and other ordered treatments.

• Initiate and manage invasive and non‑invasive ventilation and monitor each patient's response to therapy.

• Perform airway suctioning, pulse oximetry, arterial blood gas punctures, bedside pulmonary mechanics, CPR, and bag‑mask ventilation.

• Recognize urgent or life‑threatening changes in condition and initiate an appropriate response.

• Support safe transport of pediatric patients within the hospital.

• Verify orders and ensure respiratory equipment and supplies are correctly set up, safe, and ready for use.

• Document care accurately and communicate relevant clinical information during handoffs and throughout the night shift.

• Educate patients and families and collaborate with the interdisciplinary pediatric care team.

• Follow infection‑prevention, safety, compliance, equipment‑care, and quality‑improvement standards.

What You Bring

Education

Completion of a two‑year CoARC‑approved respiratory care program (associate degree or equivalent).

Experience and Level Placement

A minimum of one year of experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist. Pediatric respiratory care experience is required for this pediatric‑only assignment.

This opportunity includes two levels based on experience and demonstrated clinical competencies. Candidates will be considered for the appropriate level based on their qualifications.

Degrees, Licensure, and/or Certification

Current North Carolina respiratory care license and Registered Respiratory Therapist credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications are required. Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification and any additional credentials required by the assigned pediatric care area must be current, as applicable.

Skills for Success

• Sound clinical judgment and the ability to make age‑appropriate decisions for pediatric patients.

• Confidence working independently on night shift while escalating concerns and collaborating effectively across disciplines.

• Clear, compassionate communication with patients, families, physicians, nurses, and other care team members.

• Adaptability, reliability, and readiness to support changing pediatric staffing and patient‑care needs.

Ready for Your Next Assignment?

Bring your pediatric respiratory expertise to an 8, 13, or 26‑week night‑shift assignment and make an immediate impact for Duke's patients, families, and care teams. This opportunity is open to external applicants only, with placement at one of two levels based on experience and competencies.

Duke University is an Affiliation/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas-an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.

Essential Physical Job Functions

Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.

Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation or military status.

Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas-an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.

Essential Physical Job Functions

Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.