Travel Certified Respiratory Therapy - NICU - $2,647 per week

Wellspring Nurse Source; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellspring Nurse Source is seeking a travel Certified Respiratory Therapy - NICU for a travel job in Charlottesville, Virginia. The role focuses on neonatal respiratory care within a NICU setting, offering a 52-week assignment and night shifts on a 36-hour workweek.

Qualified candidates will have RRT, BLS, and NRP certifications, with Level 4 NICU experience and the possibility of 36 or 48-hour weeks. Travel role includes dynamic team collaboration and weekend/holiday coverage.

Qualifications

• Must have active RRT certification.
• NICU level 4 experience required.
• BLS certification must be current.
• NRP certification preferred.
• ACCS certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory therapy services to neonates in a NICU setting.
• Conduct clinical assessments and implement respiratory care plans.
• Administer prescribed treatments and medications.
• Monitor patient condition and document progress.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team for high-quality care.
• Participate in self-scheduling to balance work-life needs.

Skills

RRT

NICU experience

BLS

NRP

ACCS preferred

Job description

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

Job Description & Requirements

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

• Specialty: Certified Respiratory Therapy - NICU
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 11/23/2026
• Duration: 52 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT-NICU)

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to join our Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) team. This position requires strong clinical skills and a passion for providing exceptional respiratory care to our pediatric patients.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory therapy services to neonates in a NICU setting.
• Conduct clinical assessments and implement appropriate respiratory care plans.
• Administer treatments, medications, and therapies as prescribed.
• Monitor patient condition and document progress accurately.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure the highest quality of care.
• Participate in self-scheduling practices to balance work-life needs.

Position Requirements

• Must have Level 4 NICU experience.
• Cardiac PICU experience is preferred.
• Certifications required: RRT, BLS, and NRP.
• ACCS certification is preferred.
• Must be able to work nights, with options for 36 or 48 hours per week.
• Availability to work every other weekend and every other holiday.
• Must work 2 out of 3 winter holidays.
• A valid state license is necessary; a Virginia license pending is acceptable if a temporary license can be obtained before starting.

This is a full-time position offering a chance to work in a dynamic and supportive environment. Join our team and make a significant impact in the lives of our youngest patients.

Wellspring Nurse Source Job ID #38561107. 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 their 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.