Respiratory Therapist - NICU/PICU
Fargo, ND
Access Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Rotating
$2,462/weekOverview
- Start Date12/14/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftRotating
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Qualifications
- Allied Health Professional (2 years)
- Certified Respiratory Therapy - NICU, Pediatric Respiratory Therapist, Respiratory Therapist, Registered Respiratory Therapist or Respiratory Care Practitioner (2 years)
Description
Respiratory Therapist
Location
- Fargo, North Dakota
Contract Length
- 13 weeks
Specialty / Unit
- RRT - Specialty NICU/PICU
- Unit includes level IV NICU, Peds ICU, Peds, Adult ICU, intermediate Adult ICU, adult GF, ER, and OR/PACU
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years recent respiratory therapist experience
- Experience with NICU and/or PICU patient population
- Level 4 NICU experience, including high frequency ventilation (Jet & HFOV), nitric oxide, high-risk deliveries, and gestational ages 22 weeks and above
- Ventilator experience down to micro preemies in a level 4 NICU
- ND state license or willingness to apply within 72 hours of acceptance of offer
- BLS (AHA)
- NRP
- PALS (AHA)
- RRT via NBRC; CRT considered
Preferred Qualifications
- Adult experience
- ACLS
Schedule
- Rotating shifts
- Every other weekend
- Holidays
- 8- and 12-hour shifts
- May consider weekend or straight night status
- Opportunity to pick up extra shifts
Floating / Coverage
- Inpatient respiratory therapy care at SMCF
- May train to BDWY or SU campus if there are needs
Unit Details
- Typical shift staffing includes a charge in adult and children's, plus 6-14 other RTs
- NICU typically has 2-4 NICU RTs per shift
- Peds/PICU typically has 1-3 Pediatric RTs per shift
- Clinicians badge in and out
- Scrub color: Steel Gray for Peds/PICU or blue hospital-provided scrubs for NICU
Training / Orientation
- Lab orientation with RT education staff and preceptor shifts with unit RTs
Additional Notes
- Epic is used for documentation
- Candidates living within 80 miles of the facility are considered local rate
- Previous Sanford Health clinicians must have an end date 6 months prior to submission
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
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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 Fargo, ND
As a travel nurse in Fargo, ND here's what you should know:- Fargo's cost of living is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living, providing a good balance for residents.
- In summer, average highs are around 82°F, and average lows are around 58°F.
- In winter, average highs are around 18°F, and average lows are around 0°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Fargo, with options ranging from apartments to fully furnished homes.
- Many landlords and property management companies cater to the needs of temporary residents.
- Fargo is car-friendly, with well-maintained roads and ample parking.
- Public transportation options include buses operated by MATBUS, providing convenient travel within the city and surrounding areas.
- Fargo has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include seasonal allergies and cold-related illnesses in winter.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the presence of major healthcare facilities.
- Fargo offers a vibrant culinary scene with diverse restaurants, including Mediterranean, African, and regional cuisine.
- The city has a thriving arts and music community, with the iconic Fargo Theatre showcasing classic films and live performances.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy activities like ice skating at Broadway Square in winter and the 'Music at the Square' series in summer.
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