Travel Certified Respiratory Therapy - NICU
Baltimore, MD
Wellspring Nurse Source
4x12 hrs, Nights

Job Overview

We are seeking a skilled Respiratory Therapist to join our team for a contract position focused on providing high-quality respiratory care to patients across various age groups, including neonates and geriatrics. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in critical care respiratory therapy, particularly within NICU and PICU settings, as well as experience in adult care environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care to a diverse patient population, including ventilated patients and those with complex respiratory needs.
• Utilize advanced respiratory equipment such as high-frequency vents, jet ventilation, and nitric oxide.
• Care for patients across multiple settings, including NICU, PICU, Emergency Room, and adult intensive care units.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care and outcomes.
• Participate in special procedures and ensure compliance with all safety and regulatory standards.
• Float between various departments as needed, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability in patient care delivery.

Qualifications

• Current RRT certification and a valid state license.
• ACLS, BLS, NRP, and PALS certifications required.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in respiratory therapy preferred; 1 year may be considered with strong pediatrics/adult experience.
• Strong experience in both pediatric and adult care settings, specifically in PICU/NICU and critical care.
• Comfortable managing ventilated patients, with an average daily census between 6-7 in a critical care environment.
• Ability to work with a patient ratio of 1:12 across various age groups and diagnoses.

Schedule and Additional Information

• Contract length: 12 weeks.
• Shifts available: 3x12 and 4x12 nights (19:00 - 07:30).
• Weekend shifts: Every other weekend required.
• Holiday shifts: Required as scheduled.
• Floating within specialty and across patient care settings is expected.

Special Requirements

• Experience with a variety of respiratory support settings is essential.
• Must exhibit a thorough understanding of age-specific respiratory care.
• Familiarity with special procedures and technologies relevant to critical care and neonatal care.

Join our dedicated team and contribute to exceptional patient care through your expertise in respiratory therapy.