Travel Certified Respiratory Therapy - NICU - $2,028 per week

Wellspring Nurse Source; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellspring Nurse Source is seeking a travel Certified Respiratory Therapy - NICU for a travel job in Athens, Georgia. The Respiratory Therapist will provide NICU-level care including ventilator management, BiPAP support, and ABG analysis across a 12-hour night shift schedule.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of NICU experience, holds BLS, ACLS, PALS, and RRT certifications, and possesses a valid state license.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience; first-time travelers not accepted.
• Current certifications in BLS, ACLS, PALS, RRT, and a valid State License are required.

Responsibilities

• Ventilator management and medicated aerosol treatments.
• BiPAP management and open heart recovery care.
• Intubation and arterial blood gas (ABG) draws and analysis.
• Chest physiotherapy (CPT) and nitric oxide therapy.
• Management of patients with COVID-19.

Tools

Epic

Servo I

GE

Hamilton

PB840

Job description

Wellspring Nurse Source is seeking a travel Certified Respiratory Therapy - NICU for a travel job in Athens, Georgia.

Job Description & Requirements

Wellspring Nurse Source is seeking a travel Certified Respiratory Therapy - NICU for a travel job in Athens, Georgia.

• Specialty: Certified Respiratory Therapy - NICU
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 12/07/2026
• Duration: 12 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Respiratory Therapist (RRT-NICU)

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist with experience in Neonatal Intensive Care Units (NICU) to join our team. This role requires specialized skills in the management of patients ranging from neonates to geriatrics in various clinical settings.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience; first-time travelers not accepted.
• Current certifications in BLS, ACLS, PALS, RRT, and a valid State License are required.

Key Responsibilities

• Ventilator management and medicated aerosol treatments.
• BiPAP management and open heart recovery care.
• Intubation and arterial blood gas (ABG) draws and analysis.
• Chest physiotherapy (CPT) and nitric oxide therapy.
• Management of patients with COVID-19.

Work Environment

The department operates 24/7 with a team of 12-16 therapists during the day shift and 10-13 therapists in the night shift. Coverage includes all hospital floors, including:

• 30-bed ICU
• 25-bed Open Heart Unit
• 25-bed NICU Unit
• 47-bed Emergency Department (5 Trauma)

Technical Skills

Experience with the following systems is required:

• Epic
• Servo I
• GE
• Hamilton
• PB840

Schedule Requirements

• Maximum of 7 days for request time off (RTO).
• Every other weekend is required unless otherwise specified.
• Floating within the facility as needed within the scope of practice.
• No call requirements.

Holiday Requirements

Travelers are expected to work the following major holidays if their assignment falls within the holiday period:

• Memorial Day
• Independence Day
• Labor Day
• Thanksgiving/Black Friday
• Christmas Eve/Christmas Day
• New Year's Eve/New Year's Day

Compliance

Full compliance with all requirements is necessary for an on-time start. If not compliant, there may be a pushback of up to 2 weeks due to the bi-weekly orientation schedule.

Additional Information

Local candidates are welcome to apply and will receive the same rate as travelers. The number of non-billable orientation hours is determined by contract length.

Wellspring Nurse Source Job ID #38715870. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Allied Respiratory Therap - NICU

About Wellspring Nurse Source

Wellspring One (formerly Wellspring Nurse Source) is a nurse-owned and operated healthcare staffing company built around one simple belief: clinicians deserve exceptional support.

Our team is honored to represent what we believe is thegreatest workforce on earth, and we work every day to support our clinicians with the same level of excellence they bring to our patients.

Wellspring One was named one ofSIA’s Best Staffing Firms to Work For in 2026, a recognition that reflects our commitment to building a culture where clinicians feel supported, valued, and set up for success.From onboarding and compliance to payroll, career guidance, and on-assignment support, our dedicated Clinician Success Teamis with you every step of your travel journey.

We’re not focused on becoming the biggest staffing company. Our goal is to be the best partner you’ll ever work with.

If you’re looking for a team that will advocate for you, support you, and help you find the right opportunities at the best rates, we’d love to be part of your journey.