NICU Respiratory Therapist
Gilbert, AZ
AMN Healthcare Allied
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description & Requirements
Registered Respiratory Therapist - Neonatal Intensive Care - (RRT - NICU)
StartDate: 1/18/2027 Available Shifts: 12 N Pay Rate: $2180.00 - $2247.00

The Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) provides advanced respiratory care to neonatal, pediatric, and pediatric critical care patients in a high-acuity hospital setting. This role requires expertise in the assessment, treatment, and management of respiratory and cardiopulmonary disorders in Neonatal Intensive Care Units (NICU), Pediatric Intensive Care Units (PICU), Pediatric units, Emergency/Trauma settings, and Labor & Delivery. The ideal candidate is experienced in caring for critically ill neonates, including micro preemies, and is proficient with advanced ventilation modalities including Jet Ventilation. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Assess, treat, and monitor neonatal, pediatric, and critically ill patients with respiratory and cardiopulmonary disorders. Provide respiratory care services in NICU, PICU, Pediatric units, Labor & Delivery, and Emergency/Trauma environments. Initiate, manage, and monitor mechanical ventilation, non-invasive ventilation, and high-frequency jet ventilation therapies. Respond to neonatal and pediatric emergencies, rapid response events, and code situations. Participate in neonatal resuscitations, high-risk deliveries, and transport stabilization when applicable. Collaborate with neonatologists, pediatric intensivists, physicians, nurses, and multidisciplinary care teams to develop and implement patient care plans. Perform arterial blood gas collection and interpretation, respiratory assessments, and pulmonary therapies. Monitor and adjust ventilator settings based on patient condition and physician orders. Educate patients' families regarding respiratory treatments, equipment, and care plans. Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record. Comply with hospital policies, respiratory care standards, patient safety protocols, and regulatory requirements. Required Qualifications Education Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program. Licensure & Certifications Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential through the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). Current Arizona Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license or eligibility to obtain prior to start date. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA). Current Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA). Current Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification. Experience Requirements Two (2) years of experience as a licensed Respiratory Therapist is required. Minimum of two (2) years of pediatric critical care experience required; Critical Care and Emergency/Trauma experience strongly preferred. Level III or Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) experience required. Experience with Jet Ventilator management is required. Labor and Delivery experience is required. Experience caring for micro preemies (extremely premature infants born before 28 weeks gestation) is required. Experience managing complex neonatal and pediatric respiratory conditions, including ventilator-dependent patients, is strongly preferred. Preferred Qualifications Experience in a tertiary-care children's hospital or high-acuity neonatal facility. Experience with high-frequency ventilation modalities, including HFJV (High Frequency Jet Ventilation). Experience with pediatric transport or neonatal transport teams. Additional specialty certifications related to respiratory care or neonatal care. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Strong understanding of neonatal and pediatric respiratory physiology. Advanced competency in neonatal and pediatric mechanical ventilation. Ability to recognize and respond quickly to changes in patient condition. Strong critical thinking, assessment, and clinical decision-making skills. Excellent communication and teamwork abilities. Ability to function effectively in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment. Commitment to providing compassionate, family-centered care. Work Environment Acute care hospital setting with responsibilities in NICU, PICU, Pediatric Units, Emergency Department, and Labor & Delivery. Exposure to critically ill neonatal and pediatric patients. Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, and assist with patient care activities throughout scheduled shifts. Ideal Candidate Profile The ideal candidate is a highly skilled RRT with extensive Level III/IV NICU experience, expertise in caring for micro preemies, proficiency with Jet Ventilation, and a strong background in pediatric critical care. This individual thrives in high-acuity environments and is committed to delivering exceptional respiratory care to neonatal and pediatric patients.

Required Qualifications
Registered Respiratory Therapist, NICU
RT-AZ
Certifications: NRP; RRT
AND
Registered Respiratory Therapist, PICU
Certifications: PALS; BLS-AHA
AND
Registered Respiratory Therapist, Pedi
SSN Required
DOB Required
References: 1 Reference in entire work history

Job Benefits
Allied travel assignments are typically for 13 weeks and offer generous packages that include:

• Competitive pay rates
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) and Flex Spending
• Life Insurance
• Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage
• Free Continuing Education
• Competitive Housing Deal
• Refer a friend and earn extra cash!

About the Company
At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.

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