Registered Respiratory Therapist - NICU
Englewood, CO
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
5x8 hrs

Job Opportunity: RRT - Respiratory Therapy (Travel)

Location: Denver, Colorado
Employment Type: Travel Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Unit Information

• Unit: Respiratory Therapy
• Facility Size: 408 beds
• Staffing:

  • Day Shift: 1 charge, 1 manager, 8-10 clinical RTs
  • Night Shift: 1 charge, 8-10 clinical RTs
• Patient Ratios: 10:1
• Equipment: Hamilton, Servo, and GE Ventilators
• EMR System: Meditech

Job Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
• Years of Experience Required: 2 years in respiratory therapy
• Certifications Required:

  • ACLS
  • BLS
  • NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) — NICU experience required
  • PALS
• Licenses: Valid Respiratory Therapist (RT) License/Certification

Preferred Qualifications

• NICU experience is specifically sought for this role.
• Candidates without the required certifications and experience will not be considered.

Typical Procedures

• Breathing treatments

Additional Information

• The unit uses advanced ventilator technology and has a competitive staffing environment.
• Shift: 5:30 PM to 6:00 AM (overnight shift)
• Patient care involves a 10:1 patient ratio, emphasizing teamwork and clinical expertise.

This position is ideal for respiratory therapists with NICU experience looking for a travel assignment in a well-equipped, high-capacity medical center.