NICU Respiratory Therapist
Richland, WA
Access Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
$2,153/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Qualifications
- Allied Health Professional (2 years)
- (2 years)
Description
Job Opportunity: RRT-NICU (Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics)
Location: Richland, Washington
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Job Details
- Shift: Night shift, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 PM to 7:00 AM)
- Hours per week: 36
- Position requires floating between internal units/departments; flexibility is essential
- Weekend work required every other weekend per collective bargaining agreement (CBA)
- No on-call duties required
- No block schedules required
- Patient ratios vary based on campus acuity
- Orientation: Reduced Non-Billable Orientation (0 hours vs. standard 40 hours)
Required Qualifications
- Certified Respiratory Therapist with NICU experience within the last year (minimum 1 year)
- Competency in nitric oxide ventilation
- Competency in jet ventilation
- Competency in oscillator ventilation
- General Respiratory Therapist experience
Additional Notes
- This is an auto first-timer position for Washington licensed RRT NICU therapists
- 48-hour workweek approval is not granted
This role is suited for experienced respiratory therapists with specialized NICU skills seeking a travel contract in Washington state.
Employer
Access Healthcare
Access Healthcare aims to provide superior service to our nursing family by providing around the clock support, competitive pay packages and an unmatched benefits package! Unlike other agencies, we offer a true family feel and work with you to find the placement that is right for you. We offer one of the top leading pay packages in the industry and we are ready to get you the money you deserve!
Access Healthcare was founded by two travel nurses, Danielle and Diego, who had a dream and a shared vision of creating an agency which all nurses would want to work with. Our passion has led us to where we are today as one of the top 10 agencies in our home state of New Jersey, with access to contracts in all 50 states! We encourage you to join our team and we cannot wait to get to know you!
About Richland, WA
As a travel nurse in Richland, WA here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Richland, WA is slightly higher than the national average, with housing costs being the main contributing factor.
- However, wages generally match up with the cost of living in this area.
- Richland experiences hot summers with average highs of 87°F and lows of 59°F, while winters are cold with average highs of 41°F and lows of 26°F.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Richland, and they are relatively easy to find due to the city's proximity to the Hanford Site and the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory.
- Richland is relatively car-friendly, with a well-maintained road network.
- Public transportation options are available, including bus services operated by Ben Franklin Transit.
- The population of Richland is diverse, with a mix of age groups.
- Common health issues in the area include allergies, asthma, and seasonal flu.
- Richland has a growing community of travel nurses due to the presence of healthcare facilities.
- Richland offers a variety of dining options, including local restaurants serving Pacific Northwest cuisine.
- The city has a thriving arts and music scene, with events and performances held at venues like the Richland Players Theater.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy activities such as hiking, biking, and water sports along the Columbia River.
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