Respiratory Therapist - NICU/PICU
Richmond, VA
PRIDE Health
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,497/weekOverview
- Start Date07/27/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Weekly pay
- Holiday Pay
- Guaranteed Hours
- 401k retirement plan
- Cancelation protection
- Referral bonus
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
Description
Job Opportunity: Respiratory Therapist - NICU
Location: Richmond, Virginia
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Nights (3 shifts per week, 12 hours each, 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
Units: PICU and NICU
Job Summary
- Work in both Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) and Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU).
- Night shift position.
- Unit accepts first-time travel healthcare workers.
Required Qualifications
- Valid Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) license in Virginia.
- Minimum of 1 year of recent Respiratory Therapist experience within the last year.
Additional Information
- Facility is a large, recognized medical center with advanced technology and high standards in infection prevention.
- No onsite certification renewals; all certifications must be current at start.
- Candidates must bring certain personal items to orientation (mask, non-wireless headphones, laptop or cell phone).
- Candidates may start with some background or fingerprinting results pending if proof of submission is on file.
- Prior travel experience is not required.
Summary
This is a 13-week night travel contract for a Respiratory Therapist to work in both PICU and NICU units. The position requires a Virginia permanent respiratory therapy license, current pediatric and neonatal certifications, comprehensive background checks including fingerprinting, and up-to-date immunizations and health screenings. The unit welcomes first-time travel therapists and offers a supportive orientation process.
Employer
PRIDE Health
57 nurses recommend working with PRIDE Health
PRIDE Health is the minority-owned healthcare recruitment division of Pride Global—an integrated human capital solutions and advisory firm. With our robust and abundant travel nursing and allied health employment options across the U.S., PRIDE Health will allow you to help change the way the world lives and heals as it connects you with the industry’s leading healthcare organizations.
Pride Global offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.
Richmond, VA
About
Located on the banks of the James River, Richmond, Virginia, is a historic city known for its beautiful architecture, rich history and scenic river views. In addition to historical landmarks such as the State Capitol building and the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, Richmond is also home to several excellent colleges and universities, including the University of Richmond and Virginia Commonwealth University. For a taste of local Southern flavor, check out Max Downtown for a delicious farm-to-table meal or stop by The Tobacco Company Restaurant for some of the best ribs around. Richmond’s cost of living is significantly lower than the national average, making it an even more appealing destination for thrifty locals and visitors.
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