Travel Neonatal ICU Respiratory Therapist - $1,644 per week

Thrive Staffing; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Thrive Staffing seeks an experienced travel Registered Respiratory Therapist to support a NICU/PICU in Savannah, GA. The candidate will work 12-hour night shifts, 36 hours weekly, for a 13-week assignment, with a stipend and travel coverage as applicable.

The role requires strong neonatal/pediatric critical care skills, proficiency with Servo U and Drager VN500, and PALS certification. Prior travel experience is a plus, with focus on delivering high-quality patient care in a fast-paced NICU

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in Neonatal ICU or Pediatric ICU.
• Experience admitting and managing ventilated patients in NICU/PICU.
• Proficient with neonatal and pediatric critical care equipment and therapies.

Responsibilities

• Assess and admit ventilated neonates/pediatrics in NICU/PICU.
• Manage and troubleshoot ventilators and HFOV/HFJV therapies.
• Administer Heliox and non-invasive ventilation as required.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to optimize patient care.

Skills

NICU experience

Pediatric ICU experience

Ventilator management

Non-invasive ventilation

Heliox therapy

Education

PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)

Tools

Servo U ventilator

Dräger VN500

HFOV

HFJV

Bubble CPAP

Heliox setup

Job description

Thrive Staffing is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Savannah, Georgia.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Registered Respiratory Therapist to join our Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). The ideal candidate will have a strong background in critical care, specifically within neonatal or pediatric populations.

General Information

• Unit Specifics:
  • Patient Ratios: To be determined
  • Type of Equipment: Servo U & Drager VN500, F&P Bubble CPAP, High-Frequency Oscillatory Ventilation (HFOV), High-Frequency Jet Ventilation (HFJV), Vaportherm, Heliox therapy
  • Documentation System: Epic
• Scheduling Requirements: 7 PM - 12-hour shifts
• Patient Experience Requirements: Minimum of 1+ years experience in Neonatal ICU or Pediatric ICU

Qualifications

• Must Have: At least 1 year of experience in Neonatal or Pediatric Intensive Care
• Advanced Skills:
  • Ability to independently admit and manage ventilated patients in the Pediatric ICU using Servo-U ventilators
  • Set up and manage Heliox therapy through both invasive and non-invasive methods
  • Familiarity with non-invasive ventilation, including the use of BiPAP and CPAP
  • Neonatal skills including the use of Bubble CPAP, Nitric Oxide, and high-frequency ventilation
• Certifications Required: PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)

Dress Code

Uniform: Hunter Green

Awards & Recognition

We value our team and recognize outstanding efforts. Be sure to highlight any accolades or achievements that showcase the excellence of our department.

Additional Information

Consider joining our team that utilizes innovative equipment and technology, with experienced staff and flexible schedule options. We are dedicated to providing the best care in our NICU.

Thrive Staffing Job ID #19023053. 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:Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT),19:00:00-07:00:00

About Thrive Staffing

At the heart of Thrive Staffing is our mission to support healthcare professionals in their career journey. We strive to build strong, personal relationships with our candidates, fostering work environments for the common good that values individual autonomy, encourages personal expression, and removes career obstacles. We're not just looking for employees—we're looking for partners in our mission to transform healthcare staffing. Our ideal candidate is someone who shares our vision of improving lives and impacting the world in a positive way. If you're a healthcare professional looking to take the next step in your career, we're here to help you thrive through health care staffing that understands you and puts prominence on enabling your professional potential.