Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist
Durham, NC
GHR Healthcare - Travel
3x12 hrs

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Pediatric & NICU travel assignment in Durham, NC. 13-week travel respiratory therapist role for experienced RRTs with Level IV NICU and pediatric critical care expertise. Join a leading academic medical center and deliver advanced respiratory care to neonates, pediatrics, and adults while living in vibrant Durham (27710).

Job Details – Travel Respiratory Therapist / RRT Jobs

• Assignment Length: 13 weeks (travel assignment)
• Start Date: May 18, 2026 (targeted; flexible to June 1)
• Estimated Weekly Pay: $1,810 – $1,940
• Shift: 3x12-hour day shifts (06:15 – 19:15)
• Hours per Week: 36
• Weekend Requirement: 6 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule block
• Setting: Pediatric Respiratory Therapy – Level IV NICU, PICU, ED, and general pediatrics
• Location: Durham, NC 27710 – Durham respiratory therapy jobs / North Carolina RRT jobs

Qualifications & Job Requirements

• Active Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential required; NC RRT license or compact license in hand prior to start
• Minimum 2 years recent clinical experience in Level IV NICU, pediatric critical care, and pediatrics (including ED)
• Proficiency with high frequency jet and oscillating ventilators
• Experience managing pediatric cardiac anomalies
• Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, NRP, PALS
• Epic EMR / Epic charting experience required
• Flu vaccine required (no exemptions)
• Must be able to work scheduled weekends; first-time travel RRTs welcome

Responsibilities – Pediatric & NICU Respiratory Therapist

• Deliver high-quality respiratory care to neonates, infants, pediatric, adolescent, and adult patients
• Perform advanced ventilator management, including high frequency jet and oscillating ventilators
• Assist in high-risk deliveries and provide respiratory support in the NICU and PICU
• Support airway management tasks: intubation assist, ventilator setup, and arterial blood gas interpretation
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams (nursing, IV therapy, PT, radiology, pharmacy, rapid response)
• Document patient care accurately in Epic EMR
• Complete bi-weekly orientation and ongoing competency/training modules
• Adhere to hospital policies and maintain compliance with all credentialing and infection control requirements

Why this RRT travel job: Advance your career in a Level IV NICU and pediatric critical care environment, gain hands-on experience with specialized ventilators and complex cardiac cases, and explore Durham, NC during your assignment. Ideal for respiratory therapists seeking travel assignments, pediatric RRT jobs, or NICU-focused roles.

Ready to apply? Join our healthcare team today — apply now for this Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) travel assignment in Durham, NC (27710) and help deliver exceptional pediatric and neonatal respiratory care.

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