Registered Respiratory Care Practitioner, NICU (SEIU)

HiredFirst; Morro Bay (CA); On-site; USD 90,408 - 101,465; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency is seeking a Registered Respiratory Care Practitioner for a 13-week contract in Morro Bay, California. This night shift position involves providing neonatal and critical respiratory care, including ventilator management and neonatal intubation. Candidates must have a minimum of 5 years in respiratory care and at least 2 years of NICU experience, along with required certifications including BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of respiratory care experience required.
• At least 2 years of NICU experience required.
• Must have neonatal intubation experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide neonatal and critical respiratory care.
• Perform neonatal intubation and administer therapies.
• Monitor and document patient respiratory status.
• Assist in procedures and staff education.

Skills

Ventilator management

Neonatal intubation

Patient respiratory status monitoring

Safety protocol compliance

Education

Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy Program

Tools

BLS

ACLS

PALS

NRP

NBRC-RRT or CRT credential

Job description

Registered Respiratory Care Practitioner – NICU (SEIU) (Contract) – 13 Weeks

Location: California 93405

Pay: $1,987 – $2,230/week

Schedule: Night Shift, 3x12s (rotating weekends; no block scheduling)

Hours: 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM

Call: Not required (voluntary for transports)

Position Summary & Responsibilities

• Provide neonatal and critical respiratory care, including ventilator management
• Perform neonatal intubation and administer respiratory therapies
• Monitor, assess, and document patient respiratory status
• Assist with procedures, equipment setup, and staff education
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols and ventilator bundles

Requirements

Education & Experience

• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy Program (Required)
• Minimum 5 years respiratory care experience (Required)
• At least 2 years NICU experience (Required)
• Neonatal intubation experience (Required)

Licensure & Certifications

• BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP certifications (Required)
• NBRC-RRT or CRT credential (Preferred)

Additional Information

Must comply with all vaccination requirements (medical/religious exemptions may apply)