Travel Certified Respiratory Therapy - NICU
Biddeford, ME
Wellspring Nurse Source
2x12 hrs, Nights

Position Overview

This position is for a Registered Respiratory Therapist with experience in critical care settings, including the Intensive Care Unit (ICU), Emergency Room (ER), and Nursery. The successful candidate will handle pediatric patients requiring intubation and mechanical ventilation and participate in high-risk deliveries and resuscitation teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care to patients in ICU, ER, and Med-Surge floors.
• Attend high-risk deliveries in the nursery and participate as part of the resuscitation team.
• Administer treatments using equipment such as Drager V500 and Hamilton T-1 ventilators.
• Document care and patient interactions using the EPIC documentation system.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification.
• Current certifications in BLS, ACLS, NRP, and PALS are required.
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in related fields.
• Experience in adult critical care and familiarity with treating pediatric patients is preferred.
• Sharp assessment skills and the ability to work autonomously across various departments.

Unit Information

• Approximately 159 beds available.
• Floating requirements: Respiratory Therapists will float to all areas within the institution.
• Types of patients include newborns to adults across various units.

Personal Attributes

• Exemplary communication skills and a team-oriented attitude.
• Respectful demeanor with a positive approach to patient care.

Dress Code

Scrubs of any color are acceptable; specific attire restrictions do not apply.