Registered Respiratory Therapist
Tacoma, WA
Tidepoint Healthcare Staffing Allied
3x12 hrs, Nights
$2,534/weekOverview
- Start Date11/02/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Tidepoint Healthcare Staffing is hiring a Travel - RRT - NICU
Shift: Nights, 7p-7:30a, 12x3, 36hrs per week
Length: 13 weeks
Weekend rotation: every other; may have a few back-to-back weekends, but rare
On call? No
Requirements:
- WA license
- 2 years of Level III-IV NICU experience
- Skills required: respiratory support for vents (required), trachs (highly preferred, not required), g-tubes, NG/OG, NCPAP, UAC/UVC management, PICC lines, med admin, care plans, DC to home
- RRT
- NRP
- BLS
- Peds/NICU Peds & Cardiac preferred
- EMR: EPIC
- Consider first-time Traveler? Yes, but travel experience strongly preferred
- Patient Types/Common Diagnoses: prematurity down to 22 weeks gestation, RDS, high-risk deliveries and patients, feeders/growers, NAS; preferred experience – surgical patients, HIE (Hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy)
- NICU is part of the Pediatric Hospital attached to the adult hospital, with high-risk labor and delivery. Private rooms in NICU, overflow of Level II Nursery for feeders/growers
- Floating: possibly to ER to act as a sitter, but rare
- Scrub Color: any
Tidepoint Healthcare Staffing
- Medical, dental and vision insurance with a range of coverage options
- 401(k) retirement plan with company matching
- Weekly direct deposit
- Industry leading allowances and reimbursements
- Referral program with cash bonuses and additional perks
- Exclusive job openings
Stone Harbor Staffing Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process, please contact us.
By applying for this position, you agree that any calls from Stone Harbor Staffing Group and its subsidiaries may be monitored or recorded for training and quality assurance purposes.
Please note that all pay rates are estimates. Weekly gross pay is based on qualifications and experience. Rate applies to allied positions only (50+ miles from permanent address).Employer
Tidepoint Healthcare Staffing Allied
At Tidepoint Healthcare Staffing, you are always our top priority. We believe that every traveler has the ability to achieve their career goals while living the adventure of a lifetime. We’ve been going above and beyond to curate life-changing experiences for nurses and allied health travelers since 2002. It’s not just about filling positions. It’s about opportunities to expand careers and accelerate the productivity of facilities across the nation. Our recruiters have access to travel nursing, nurse leadership, advanced practice and allied healthcare positions in all 50 states. The pay and location are yours to choose.
About Tacoma, WA
As a Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist in Tacoma, WA here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Tacoma is slightly higher than the national average, with housing costs being the primary contributor.
- Wages generally match up with the cost of living.
- Summer average highs range from 70-80°F, while winter average lows range from 35-45°F.
- Short term rentals are available in Tacoma and can be found with relative ease, especially in popular areas close to the city center.
- Tacoma is car-friendly with good road infrastructure.
- Public transportation options include buses and a light rail system, providing convenient access within the city and to neighboring areas.
- Tacoma has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the lush greenery and asthma due to occasional air quality issues.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in Tacoma.
- Tacoma offers a vibrant culinary scene with diverse restaurants, a thriving art community with museums and galleries, live music venues, and sports events.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the nearby Mount Rainier and enjoy various outdoor activities.
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