Travel Certified Respiratory Therapy - NICU - $2,426 per week

Wellspring Nurse Source; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellspring Nurse Source seeks a travel Certified Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for NICU assignments in Portland, Maine. The role requires at least 3 years in a tertiary or teaching hospital and involves floating to NICU, PICU, ED, and adult units, with a 12-hour day/night rotation.

You will work 36 hours per week on a 7 AM-7:30 PM and 7 PM-7:30 AM schedule, with every other weekend and call rotation. The facility uses EPIC EMR, and the team covers 14-16 RRTs.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years in a tertiary or teaching hospital setting (preferably Level 1 trauma).
• RRT credential required; BLS; ACLS preferred; NRP for NICU.
• Education modules and training may be required.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory therapy treatments and services to diverse patients.
• Collaborate with medical staff on respiratory care plans.
• Monitor and document patient progress in the EMR system.
• Float to NICU, PICU, acute pediatrics, ED and adult units as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Team oriented

Adaptable

Education

Education modules

Job description

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

Job Description & Requirements

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Certified Respiratory Therapy - NICU
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 11/02/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Position Information

• Role: RRT Respiratory Therapist
• Shift: 7 AM - 7:30 PM and 7 PM - 7:30 AM
• Weekly Guaranteed Hours: 36
• Scheduling Expectations: Includes working every other weekend and participating in the call rotation (approximately one call shift per month, or as required).

Responsibilities

The Registered Respiratory Therapist will be responsible for:

• Providing respiratory therapy treatments and services to a diverse patient population.
• Collaborating with medical staff in assessing and implementing respiratory care plans.
• Monitoring and documenting patient progress and response to treatments using the EMR system.
• Floating to various units, including NICU, PICU, acute care pediatrics, ED, and adult acute/critical care as needed.

Qualifications

Applicants should possess the following qualifications:

• Years of Experience: Minimum of 3 years in a tertiary or teaching hospital setting, preferably in a Level 1 trauma environment.
• Required Certifications:
  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) preferred
  • NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) for NICU
  • RRT credential required
• Education: Relevant educational modules and training may be required.
• Skills: Strong communication skills, team-oriented, and adaptable to changing patient needs.

Unit Information

• Number of Beds: Varied, covering the entire facility with a team of 14-16 RRTs.
• Patient Ratios: Acute care 1:25, Critical care 1:8.
• Equipment Used: Ventilators including Drager V500, VN500, Hamilton T1 and C1, Respironics V30, V60, Trilogy line, Airvo, and Vapotherm.
• EMR System: EPIC

Personality Fit

The ideal candidate will be a flexible team player with excellent communication skills, able to thrive within a collaborative care environment.

Additional Information

The work schedule is determined based on the operational needs of the department. While reasonable scheduling preferences may be considered, only approved time off documented in the contract is guaranteed. The facility cannot ensure additional schedule requests, specific shifts, weekends off, or time off outside of the approved contractual time off.

Wellspring Nurse Source Job ID #38412634. 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 the greatest workforce on earth, and we work every day to support our clinicians with the same level of excellence they bring to their patients.

Wellspring One was named one of SIA’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.