Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - NICU - $2,082 per week

Slate Healthcare, LLC.; Portland (OR); Remote; USD 69,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Tax-free stipends

Three 12-hour shifts

Job summary

Slate Healthcare is seeking a travel Certified Respiratory Therapist for NICU in Portland, Oregon. This role involves high-acuity neonatal care, including ventilation management and intubation/extubation, with flexibility to float between units.

The position requires RRT with ACLS/BLS/NRP/PALS certifications and a minimum of two years NICU experience. Epic charting is used for documentation and a tax-free stipend may apply.

Qualifications

• Two years of NICU respiratory therapy experience.
• RRT credential required.
• Familiar with Epic charting system.
• ACLS, BLS, PALS, NRP certifications are required.

Responsibilities

• Provide critical care for neonates in the NICU including ventilation management.
• Perform intubation and extubation as needed.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.
• Float between units to cover shifts as required.
• Maintain accurate charting and documentation in Epic.

Skills

ACLS

BLS

NRP

PALS

RRT

Education

RRT Credential

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

Tools

Epic

Job description

Slate Healthcare is seeking a travel Certified Respiratory Therapy - NICU for a travel job in Portland, Oregon.

Job Description & Requirements

Slate Healthcare is seeking a travel Certified Respiratory Therapy - NICU for a travel job in Portland, Oregon.

• Specialty: Certified Respiratory Therapy - NICU
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 11/09/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Description

As a Registered Respiratory Therapist in the NICU, you will provide critical care for neonates, including intubation and extubation, manage ventilation, and work closely with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Your expertise in respiratory care will be essential in a fast-paced environment, where you'll be expected to float between units and handle a range of complex cases. This role requires flexibility and a commitment to high-quality patient care.

Highlights

• Located in the vibrant city of Portland, OR
• Collaborate with a dedicated interdisciplinary team
• Flexible scheduling with three 12-hour shifts
• Work in a fast-paced NICU environment
• Competitive pay and stipends

Requirements

• Charting System Experience: Epic
• ACLS
• RRT
• BLS
• 2 years of experience
• NRP
• PALS

Slate Healthcare Job ID #e360fd7a-5329-4279-922e-bf8aa3cd09dd. 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.

About Slate Healthcare

Slate Healthcare is a premier travel healthcare staffing agency, connecting healthcare professionals with thousands of opportunities at top-tier hospitals and facilities across the country.

We’re committed to supporting nurses and allied health professionals in building stable, fulfilling careers—while embracing the freedom and excitement that comes with travel. Our goal is simple: to offer flexibility, competitive pay, and personalized placements that align with each clinician’s lifestyle and career goals.

At Slate, we empower our professionals to choose when and where they work, while ensuring they receive the highest compensation possible—because we believe that exceptional care starts with empowered caregivers.