Respiratory Therapist - NICU/PICU
Fargo, ND
Revolution Healthcare Services
3x12 hrs, Days, Nights, Flexible, Rotating
Referral Bonus

Start Date: December 14, 2026

Location: Fargo, North Dakota

Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants

Schedule: Rotating 8- and 12-hour shifts, every other weekend, holiday rotation required. Weekend-only and straight night positions will be considered. Opportunities available to pick up additional shifts.

Highlights:

• Level IV NICU experience with high-frequency ventilation (Jet & HFOV), nitric oxide therapy, and high-risk deliveries for gestational ages 22 weeks and above
• Collaborative environment with 6-14 respiratory therapists per shift; dedicated charge therapist for adult and pediatric services
• NICU staffed with 2-4 RTs per shift; PICU/Peds staffed with 1-3 RTs per shift
• 394+ bed acute care facility including 40-bed Level IV NICU, 8-bed PICU, 48-bed Adult ICU, and 24-bed Pediatrics unit
• Epic documentation system with advanced respiratory equipment including Hamilton ventilators, Bunnell HFJV, multiple NIV platforms, and comprehensive airway clearance devices
• Comprehensive orientation program with lab training and preceptor-guided clinical shifts

Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years recent respiratory therapy experience required
• RRT (NBRC) required; CRT will be considered
• Level IV NICU experience essential, including ventilator management for micro preemies; PICU experience highly preferred
• North Dakota state license required or willingness to apply within 72 hours of offer acceptance
• BLS (AHA), NRP, and PALS (AHA) certifications required
• ACLS preferred
• Experience with high-frequency ventilation, nitric oxide therapy, and managing patients from 22 weeks gestational age and above

Responsibilities:

• Perform respiratory therapy assessments and protocol implementation for patients with cardiopulmonary disorders
• Manage ventilator and non-invasive ventilation therapy across NICU, PICU, and adult populations
• Conduct arterial punctures and blood gas analysis
• Assist with intubations, tracheostomy changes, decannulation, and extubations
• Participate in emergency response teams, ICU rounds, and high-risk deliveries
• Provide medication delivery, airway clearance therapy, and patient education
• Support intrahospital patient transport as needed

Why It's a Great Opportunity:

Join a dynamic respiratory therapy team at a Level I Trauma Center serving a diverse patient population from micro preemies to adult critical care. This position offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge respiratory technology in a supportive, team-oriented environment where communication and collaboration are valued. You'll never work alone, with dedicated charge therapists and substantial staffing support on every shift, allowing you to grow professionally while making a meaningful impact on critically ill patients and their families.