Level 3 NICU Respiratory Therapist
Brandon, FL
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Night shift travel contract in Brandon, FL (33511). NICU RRT opportunity in a Level 3 NICU; NRP certification required. Apply now to join a collaborative Tampa Bay healthcare team.

Quick Job Summary

• Job Title: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – NICU / Neonatal Respiratory Therapist
• Location: Brandon, FL 33511 (Tampa Bay area)
• Setting: Hospital – Level 3 NICU (36 beds)
• Employment Type: Travel Contract (13 weeks)
• Shift: Nights, 12-hour shifts (6:30 PM – 7:00 AM); 36 hours/week
• Estimated Weekly Pay: $1,220 - $1,310/week
• Start / End Dates: Jan 20, 2026 – Apr 21, 2026

Required Qualifications – Respiratory Therapist Jobs

• Active Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential (state requirements for Florida)
• Minimum 1 year RRT clinical experience (Level 3 NICU experience preferred; 3–5 years Level 2 NICU considered)
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) certification required
• STABLE certification preferred
• Strong critical thinking and independent clinical decision-making skills
• Detail-oriented, positive attitude, and effective communication within multidisciplinary teams

Key Responsibilities – NICU Respiratory Therapist

• Provide respiratory support for neonates, attend high-risk deliveries, and participate in neonatal resuscitation
• Manage and troubleshoot ventilators and neonatal respiratory equipment, including Drager VN500, 3100A oscillators, and Vapotherm systems
• Administer surfactant and nitric oxide per protocol and collaborate on advanced respiratory therapies
• Obtain, analyze, and interpret arterial/venous blood gases and adjust ventilator settings accordingly
• Document interventions and patient status using Meditech and NeoNotes EMR systems
• Collaborate with neonatologists, NICU nurses, and allied health professionals to deliver family-centered care

Why Join This Respiratory Therapist Position?

• Work in a modern, Level 3 NICU with new equipment and an experienced clinical team
• Opportunity to grow as a neonatal respiratory therapist within the Tampa Bay healthcare community
• Gain travel respiratory therapist experience in a welcoming Florida community close to Gulf Coast beaches

Ready to advance your career as an RRT in neonatal respiratory care? Apply now to be considered for this Night Shift Travel Respiratory Therapist position in Brandon, FL. Join our healthcare team today and make an impact in neonatal patient care.

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