NICU Respiratory Therapist
Grand Forks, ND
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – NICU | Travel Respiratory Therapist – Grand Forks, ND

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – NICU travel assignment in Grand Forks, ND. 13-week travel respiratory therapist opportunity starting March 23, 2026; RRT with NICU/neonatal experience required.

Job Details

• Location: Grand Forks, ND 58201 — North Dakota respiratory jobs; enjoy urban amenities and outdoor recreation along the Red River.
• Setting: Hospital – Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), Level 2 Trauma Center
• Assignment Type: Travel Contract (Travel Respiratory Therapist / Travel Healthcare)
• Start Date: March 23, 2026
• End Date: June 22, 2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Shifts: 3x12-hour rotating shifts per week
• Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,140 – $2,290

Summary / Hook

Join a collaborative NICU team as a pediatric/neonatal respiratory therapist providing ventilator management, neonatal resuscitation (NRP), and family-centered respiratory care. Ideal for RRTs with NICU travel experience seeking rewarding travel respiratory therapist jobs in North Dakota.

Job Requirements

• Minimum 2 years recent respiratory therapy experience with NICU or neonatal specialty required
• Recent travel experience preferred (ideally 3 completed travel assignments)
• Active North Dakota Respiratory Therapist license (must be obtained prior to start)
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from the NBRC (new grads must obtain registry within 12 months)
• Certifications required: BLS, ACLS, PALS (AHA), and NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)
• Application packet: current resume, skills checklist with individual procedures, and proof of licensure

Responsibilities

• Perform and document respiratory evaluations and patient assessments in the NICU
• Provide diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory treatments, including ventilator management and non-invasive support
• Assist physicians during bedside procedures and neonatal resuscitations; maintain NRP competencies
• Deliver patient- and family-centered education and clinical support for respiratory care
• Monitor and identify changes in neonatal condition; communicate with interdisciplinary care team and document appropriately
• Conduct pain assessments and implement protocol-driven interventions
• Complete required documentation: order entry, EMR charting, medication records, incident reports, and equipment tags
• Perform preventative maintenance, cleaning, assembly/disassembly of respiratory equipment, and report repairs
• Provide high-quality critical care during transport of infants to and from referral health systems
• Perform other duties as assigned to support NICU and hospital operations

Why Join This Travel Respiratory Therapist Role?

• Work in a Level 2 Trauma Center with diverse pediatric and neonatal cases
• Opportunity to expand neonatal respiratory skills and gain travel healthcare experience
• Competitive weekly pay and guaranteed hours for travel RRTs
• Supportive team environment focused on quality patient care and professional growth

Apply today to make a meaningful impact as a NICU Registered Respiratory Therapist in Grand Forks, ND. Join our travel healthcare team and advance your career in neonatal respiratory care!

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.