Travel Certified Respiratory Therapy - NICU - $2,617 per week

Wellspring Nurse Source; Grand Forks (ND); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellspring Nurse Source is seeking a travel Certified Respiratory Therapist for the NICU in Grand Forks, North Dakota. You will deliver specialized neonatal respiratory care to critically ill newborns, performing assessments and therapies in a fast-paced NICU setting.

This travel position offers 12-hour day shifts, 36 hours per week, and a tax-free stipend in addition to competitive pay. Prior NICU experience and neonatal respiratory care knowledge are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Current Certification as a Respiratory Therapist.
• Neonatal/Pediatric Respiratory Care knowledge preferred.
• Strong knowledge of neonatal respiratory conditions and therapies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in high-pressure situations.
• Experience in a NICU setting is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough assessments of patients' respiratory status and needs.
• Administer respiratory therapies and interventions in accordance with established guidelines.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement individualized care plans for neonates.
• Monitor and evaluate patients' responses to treatment, making adjustments as necessary.
• Perform diagnostic procedures and interpret results to guide clinical decisions.
• Educate patients' families on respiratory care techniques and equipment as needed.
• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards within the NICU environment.

Skills

Respiratory Therapy

Neonatal care

NICU experience

Communication

Job description

Wellspring Nurse Source is seeking a travel Certified Respiratory Therapy - NICU for a travel job in Grand Forks, North Dakota.

Job Description & Requirements

Wellspring Nurse Source is seeking a travel Certified Respiratory Therapy - NICU for a travel job in Grand Forks, North Dakota.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Certified Respiratory Therapy - NICU
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 10/26/2026
• Duration: 12 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

NICU Respiratory Therapist

Job Overview

The NICU Respiratory Therapist is responsible for providing specialized respiratory care to critically ill newborns in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). This role entails assessing, diagnosing, and treating patients with various respiratory conditions in a fast-paced environment, ensuring the highest standards of care and patient safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough assessments of patients' respiratory status and needs.
• Administer respiratory therapies and interventions in accordance with established guidelines.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement individualized care plans for neonates.
• Monitor and evaluate patients' responses to treatment, making adjustments as necessary.
• Perform diagnostic procedures and interpret results to guide clinical decisions.
• Educate patients' families on respiratory care techniques and equipment as needed.
• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards within the NICU environment.

Qualifications

• Current Certification as a Respiratory Therapist.
• Recognition in Neonatal/Pediatric Respiratory Care is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of neonatal respiratory conditions and therapies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in high-pressure situations.
• Experience in a NICU setting is highly desirable.

Working Conditions

The position may require working irregular hours, including nights and weekends, to ensure continuous patient care. Comfort working in an intensive care environment and managing the unique challenges presented by critically ill newborns is essential.

Wellspring Nurse Source Job ID #38146406. 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 Team is 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.