Neonatal & Pediatric ICU Respiratory Therapist
Charlotte, NC
Revolution Healthcare Services
4x12 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, 3x12 or 4x12 schedules available, every third weekend required

Highlights:

• High-acuity pediatric and neonatal setting including 70+ bed NICU, 10-bed PICU, 32-bed Pediatrics Floor, and 14-bed Pediatric Emergency Department
• 50-60% of daily workload focused on NICU and PICU critical care cases requiring advanced ventilator management and airway expertise
• Comprehensive orientation with 36 hours of unit-specific training to ensure clinical confidence and competency
• Epic charting system used facility-wide with Pyxis medication management
• Float opportunities throughout pediatric units providing diverse clinical experience and skill development
• 13-week assignment with potential for extension based on performance and facility needs

Requirements:

• Active North Carolina or Compact state Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) license
• Minimum 5 years of respiratory therapy experience with NICU and PICU experience required
• Current certifications: BLS, NRP, PALS, and RRT required at time of start
• Proficiency with Epic electronic medical record system strongly preferred
• Advanced ventilator management skills including BiPAP, CPAP, high frequency oscillator, IMV, SIMV, and weaning protocols
• Competency with specialized equipment including Servo-I, Servo-N, HOFV-3100, Alaris IV pumps, Airvo heated HFNC, Hamilton T1, and various nebulizer systems
• Expert-level airway management including endotracheal suctioning, intubation assistance, tracheostomy care, and extubation support
• Medication administration experience with respiratory medications including Albuterol, Atrovent, Nitric Oxide, Pulmicort, and Racemic epinephrine
• Experience caring for patients with complex respiratory conditions including COVID, cystic fibrosis, pneumonia, and fresh tracheostomy
• Strong clinical judgment for ABG interpretation, chest physiotherapy, and troubleshooting ventilator alarms
• Previous travel experience required; candidates must demonstrate high-level accurate skillset and adaptability
• Flu vaccination required (medical/religious exemptions accepted); COVID-19 vaccination not required

Why It's a Great Opportunity:

This position offers the chance to work with a comprehensive pediatric and neonatal population in a well-equipped, high-acuity environment where your advanced respiratory skills will directly impact critically ill infants and children. With a robust orientation program, state-of-the-art equipment, and exposure to diverse clinical scenarios across multiple pediatric settings, you'll continue to grow professionally while providing life-saving respiratory care. The collaborative team environment and float opportunities ensure you'll expand your expertise across NICU, PICU, Pediatric Emergency, and Medical-Surgical units.