Registered Respiratory Therapist - NICU
Washington, DC
Access Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days
$2,015/weekOverview
- Start Date08/10/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Qualifications
- Allied Health Professional (2 years)
- , Registered Respiratory Therapist, Respiratory Care Practitioner or Respiratory Therapist (2 years)
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 Registered Respiratory Therapist license in District of Columbia
- Minimum 1 year of recent Respiratory Therapist experience (within the last year)
- BLS certification
- PALS certification
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
Access Healthcare
1 nurse recommends working with Access Healthcare
Pros
Marigold is polite and professional. She goes above and beyond to ensure the contractor is well informed and has everything needed to be successful. She helped me with onboarding and getting used to the timesheet app and she answers my texts promptly, even after hours. She is a great recruiter liason. Gladys was a super helpful with onboarding and Denise will hook you up with benefits with no trouble at all. Great team to work with.
Cons
Onboarding is somewhat tedious, but they do dot every "i" and cross every T.
Recommends working with Access Healthcare
2 nurses found this helpful
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 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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