Respiratory Therapist – NICU/PICU
Fargo, ND
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days, Nights
Referral Bonus

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Specialty NICU/PICU

Location: Fargo, North Dakota
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

Provide respiratory therapy assessment, therapeutic intervention, and education for patients with cardiopulmonary disorders or complications. Work primarily with NICU, PICU, and adult patient populations in a large hospital setting with multiple specialized units.

Unit & Patient Population

• Level 4 NICU (40 beds) including high frequency ventilation (Jet & HFOV), nitric oxide therapy, high-risk deliveries, and care for gestational ages 22 weeks and above (micro preemies).
• Pediatric ICU (8 beds) and Pediatric units (24 beds).
• Adult ICU (48 beds), intermediate Adult ICU (16 beds), adult general floor (189 beds), and ER (47 beds).
• Work alongside 6-14 other RTs per shift in adult and pediatric units; NICU staffed with 2-4 RTs per shift; PICU with 1-3 pediatric RTs per shift.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years recent respiratory therapist experience, with specialization in NICU and/or PICU. Adult general floor experience is beneficial.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential via NBRC required; Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) considered.
• Current BLS (AHA), NRP, and PALS certifications required. ACLS preferred.
• North Dakota state respiratory license or willingness to apply within 72 hours of offer acceptance.
• Experience with ventilator management down to micro preemies in a level 4 NICU, including high frequency ventilation and nitric oxide therapy.

Skills & Procedures

• Respiratory therapy assessments and protocols.
• Arterial punctures and blood gas analysis.
• Ventilator and non-invasive ventilation (NIV) therapy management.
• Medication delivery and airway clearance.
• Assist with intubations, tracheostomy changes, decannulation, and extubations.
• Participate in emergency response teams and ICU rounds.
• Patient intrahospital transport and support during high-risk deliveries.

Equipment Experience

• Epic documentation system.
• Ventilators: Hamilton G5 & C1, V60, 3100 A & B HFOV, Bunnell HFJV, Infant Flow SiPAP, NeoPuff, Trilogy, Astral, Vivo home vents.
• Other devices: Omnicell medication cabinet, Philips CoughAssist, Synclara Cough Device, Volara, Vest, IPV, ResMed AutoPAPs, Radiometer ABL90 Flex, EPOC POC device, Aerogen nebulizer, Nitric Oxide delivery systems, Braun Syringe Pump, Sentec TCM, Bubble CPAP, Zebra mobile phones.

Shift & Schedule

• Rotating 12-hour shifts (day/night) with every other weekend and holiday coverage.
• Weekend or straight night shift options considered.
• Opportunity to pick up extra shifts.
• Work in a team environment; no solo shifts.

Orientation & Training

• Lab orientation with respiratory therapy education staff.
• Preceptor shifts with unit RTs for hands-on training.

Additional Information

• Must be motivated, able to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills required for constant interaction with healthcare teams.
• Facility requires badging in/out each shift.
• Scrub colors: Steel gray for Peds/PICU, blue hospital-provided scrubs for NICU.

Notes

• Candidates living within 80 miles of the facility may have adjusted pay rates (not included here).
• Candidates who have previously worked at this facility must have ended employment at least 6 months prior to application.