Registered Respiratory Therapist - NICU
Washington, DC
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$46-50/hourOverview
- Start Date08/24/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Referral bonus
- School loan reimbursement
- Vision benefits
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Company provided housing options
- License and certification reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Medical benefits
- Mileage reimbursement
- Pet insurance
- Discount program
- Employee assistance programs
- Guaranteed Hours
- Health savings account
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Continuing Education
- Dental benefits
Description
Job Opportunity: Registered Respiratory Therapist (NICU)
Location
- Washington, District of Columbia
Employment Type
- Travel/Contract
Contract Length
- Up to 26 weeks (typically 13 weeks unless otherwise requested during interview)
Specialty
- Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics
- NICU/PICU preferred
- Pediatric experience strongly preferred
Required Qualifications
- Valid Respiratory Therapist license in District of Columbia
- Respiratory Therapist experience within the last year
- 1 year of Respiratory Therapist experience
- BLS issued by American Heart Association
- PALS issued by American Heart Association
- Certified Respiratory Therapy - NICU experience
Shift Details
- Day shift: 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 AM – 7:30 PM)
- Guaranteed 36 hours per week; up to 48 hours available (overtime after 48 hours)
- Weekend requirement: Every other weekend
- Floating: Yes, within scope (no floating to sister facilities)
- No on-call duties
- Block scheduling not available
Time-Off Policy
- Maximum 3 shifts off for 13-week contracts
- Maximum 8 shifts off for 26-week contracts
- Taking 1 full week off requires adding an additional week to contract
- No time off approved during these blackout periods:
- August 31 – September 6
- November 23 – November 29
- December 21 – January 3
Facility Highlights
- Level I Pediatric Trauma Center
- Teaching and Magnet-designated hospital
- 323 inpatient beds, including 70 NICU beds
- Charting system: Cerner
- Dress code: Any solid color scrubs without logos; child-friendly attire required
Additional Notes
- Parking available onsite for night shifts ($70/month)
- Offsite parking required for day shifts and day/night rotations ($35-$50/month)
- Modules required for orientation and compliance; average 20+ hours, not billable
This summary includes all relevant details for healthcare recruiters and respiratory therapists considering this NICU travel contract position.
Employer
Host Healthcare
267 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare
Pros
Chris as been so helpful every step of the way. Keeps me updated on everything and responds so fast! Would recommend Chris to everyone!!
Cons
none
At Host Healthcare, we provide a truly comfortable experience as you explore your travel nursing, therapy, or allied career. We make your travel healthcare journey easy by taking care of all the details, so you don’t have to.
We are on a mission to help others live better and we do this by helping the healers of the world be as comfortable as possible. With access to tens of thousands of travel nursing, therapy, and allied jobs in all 50 states, our responsive and friendly recruiters find your dream position based on what’s important to you.
During your assignment, get access to premium benefits, including Day 1 medical that continues up to 30 days between assignments, 401K matching, travel reimbursements, dedicated housing support, and more. We also offer 24/7 support from our team and access to our on-staff clinicians so you can feel comfortable and confident throughout your entire assignment.
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About Washington, DC
As a Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist in Washington, DC here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Washington, DC is higher than the national average, particularly in terms of housing and transportation.
- Wages are generally higher to compensate for the increased cost of living.
- The average high temperature in summer is around 88°F (31°C), while the average low temperature in winter is around 27°F (-3°C).
- Short-term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Washington, DC, but they may be relatively more expensive due to the high demand in the area.
- Washington, DC is known for its public transportation system, including the Metro rail and bus services.
- The city is also pedestrian-friendly, but owning a car can be convenient for exploring the surrounding areas.
- Washington, DC is a diverse city with a wide range of age groups.
- Common health issues may include respiratory conditions due to environmental factors.
- The city has a large population of healthcare professionals, including travel nurses.
- Washington, DC offers a vibrant culinary scene with diverse restaurants, as well as numerous cultural attractions such as museums, art galleries, and music venues.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy various recreational activities, and outdoor enthusiasts have access to parks and outdoor spaces within the city.
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