Respiratory Therapist - NICU
New Brunswick, NJ
PRIDE Health
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,527/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
- New Brunswick, New Jersey
Employment Type
- Travel/Contract
Contract Length
- 13 weeks
Shift Details
- Night shift
- 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 PM to 7:30 AM)
- Every other weekend required (Friday/Saturday)
Patient Population and Units
- Neonatal Critical Care and Pediatrics
- Floating between Pediatric units and NICU; may float to adult units on main campus
Requirements/Qualifications
- Certified Respiratory Therapist with NICU experience (minimum 1.5 years), including experience within the last year
- Registered Respiratory Therapist experience
- Experience working with Neonate or Pediatric patients
- PICU/NICU experience
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification issued by the American Heart Association
- National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) certification
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.
About New Brunswick, NJ
As a travel nurse in New Brunswick, NJ here's what you should know:- Slightly higher than the national average, with housing costs being the primary contributor.
- Wages generally match the higher cost of living.
- Summer average highs of 85°F and lows of 65°F.
- Winter average highs of 40°F and lows of 25°F.
- Short term rentals are available but may require some searching.
- Many furnished apartment complexes cater to short term renters.
- Car friendliness is moderate, with traffic congestion during peak hours.
- Public transportation options include buses and trains for commuting within and outside the city.
- Diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues include diabetes, heart disease, and asthma.
- New Brunswick has a large population of travel nurses due to the presence of major medical centers.
- Abundance of restaurants offering diverse cuisines.
- Rich art and music scene with theaters and live music venues.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy college games and local recreational activities.
- Nearby outdoor activities include parks and nature reserves for hiking and relaxation.
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