Registered Respiratory Therapist - NICU
Boston, MA
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Rotating

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Rotating, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 31, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist for a NICU/Pediatric Critical Care position requiring 2-3 years of experience with at least 1 year in PICU or Pediatric CVICU.

Details

• Work in the NICU and Pediatric Critical Care unit at a children's hospital
• Neonatal and pediatric patient population
• 13-week assignment
• Night shift (3x12 hours, 19:00-7:00) or Day shift (3x12 hours, 7:00-19:00)
• 36 hours per week with 3x12 shifts (4x12 shifts not offered)
• Every other weekend required
• 50/50 day/night rotation based on department needs
• Uses Epic charting system
• Performs ventilator management including BiPAP, CPAP, SIMV, high frequency jet ventilator, and high frequency oscillator
• Neonatal/pediatric equipment includes Bubble CPAP, Oscillating Ventilator, and Pressure/Volume Ventilator
• Performs airway management including intubation assist, extubation, and ETT/NT suctioning
• Provides tracheostomy care and management
• Administers Nitric Oxide (iNO)
• Interprets Arterial Blood Gases (ABGs)

Requirements

• RRT credential required (CRT not accepted)
• MA license required if applicable; pending license accepted
• BLS certification required
• PALS certification preferred
• 2-3 years of experience required, with at least 1 year in PICU or Pediatric CVICU
• Teaching hospital experience required
• Epic charting system experience required
• First-time travelers considered; no prior travel experience required

Additional Information

• Provide respiratory care to neonatal and pediatric critical care patients
• Work as part of a pediatric critical care team
• Local candidates within 50 miles accepted at a lower pay rate
• 2 verified professional references required from 2 of the last 3 places worked, each from different facilities