Respiratory Therapist - Pediatric ICU/NICU
Charlotte, NC
Revolution Healthcare Services
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Start Date: March 9, 2026
Location: Charlotte, North Carolina
Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants
Schedule: 12-hour night shifts (18:45 – 07:15), 36 hours per week, every third weekend required

Highlights:

• Work across a comprehensive pediatric and neonatal care environment including a 70+ bed NICU, 10-bed PICU, 32-bed Pediatrics Floor, and 14-bed Pediatric Emergency Department
• 50-60% of daily caseload involves critical NICU and PICU patients requiring advanced respiratory management
• 13-week contract with 36 hours of comprehensive unit orientation
• Float opportunities throughout pediatric units to expand clinical experience
• Epic charting system experience required; competency with advanced ventilator equipment including high-frequency oscillators, BiPAP/CPAP, and specialized nebulizer systems
• Call coverage may be required based on patient care needs

Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years of respiratory therapy experience required
• Active North Carolina or Compact State Respiratory Therapist license (must be in hand by start date)
• Required Certifications: BLS, NRP, PALS, RRT
• Epic EMR experience required
• Previous travel experience required; first-time travelers will only be considered with exceptionally high-level, accurate skillsets
• NICU and PICU experience mandatory for this role
• Extensive competency in advanced airway management, mechanical ventilation (including high-frequency oscillators, SIMV, IMV, BiPAP, CPAP), pediatric and neonatal intubation assistance, and medication administration (including Albuterol, Nitric Oxide, Racemic Epinephrine, and others)
• Experience caring for patients with complex respiratory conditions including aspiration, COVID-19, cystic fibrosis, fresh tracheostomy, and pneumonia
• Proficiency with specialized equipment: Servo-I, Servo-N, HOFV-3100 A & B, Hamilton T1, Airvo heated HFNC, various BCPAP interfaces, and advanced nebulizer systems
• Strong ABG interpretation and chest physiotherapy skills required
• Flu vaccine required (medical/religious exemptions only)

Why It's a Great Opportunity:

This position offers experienced Registered Respiratory Therapists the opportunity to work with a diverse pediatric and neonatal patient population in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment. You'll utilize cutting-edge respiratory equipment and advanced clinical skills while making a meaningful impact on critically ill infants and children. With comprehensive orientation and the chance to work across multiple pediatric specialties, this role provides excellent professional growth for RRTs who are passionate about pediatric respiratory care.