Travel Contract

NICU Respiratory Therapist
Brandon, FL
Slate Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights

$1,726/week

Posted 1 day ago

Overview

Start DateASAP
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
ShiftNights
Duration13 weeks

Pay

11% higher than average Allied Health Professional pay in Florida

Estimated total pay

$1,726/week

Qualifications

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Required

Profile

Resume

Work Experience

Certified Respiratory Therapy - NICU, Registered Respiratory Therapist, Respiratory Care Practitioner, Respiratory Therapist or Pediatric Respiratory Therapist (2 years)

Other qualifications

References

At least 2 references

Description

Description
As a Travel Respiratory Therapist in the NICU, you will provide critical care to neonatal patients, manage ventilators, perform blood gas analysis, and administer surfactants. You will work in a supportive environment, collaborating with a dedicated team to ensure the best outcomes for our tiniest patients. This position offers a unique opportunity to enhance your skills in a Level 3 NICU setting with a focus on professional growth.

Highlights

Opportunities for professional growth
Competitive pay and benefits
Level 3 NICU experience preferred
Collaborative team environment
Hands-on experience with advanced technology

Requirements

Health/Immunization: TB Testing
Health/Immunization: TDAP Vaccine / TD Booster
Background Check: HHS/OIG
Background Check: AHCA Fingerprinting Affidavit and Results
Health/Immunization: Varicella
Background Check: GSA/SAM
Healthstream Course: Annual Compliance Curriculum for HCA
MinExperienceRequired: 1
Health/Immunization: Hepatitis B
Health/Immunization: Fit Test
Education: USP 800 Hazardous Drug Risk
Background Check: Employment Verification
Background Check: Criminal Search
Lawson: Drug Screen Results
HR: Professional Reference #2
Health/Immunization: MMR
Background Check: Social Security Number Verification
HR: IT&S Security Access Form
Healthstream Course: Orientation Curriculum for HCA
Lawson: Background Check Results
Healthstream Course: Pyxis Medstation ES 1.5 Training
CertificationsRequired: ACLS, BLS, NBRC, NRP, PALS
Healthstream Course: Workplace Safety Education Curriculum
Background Check: Education Verification
Background Check: Florida State Exclusion
Health/Immunization: TB Questionnaire
Healthstream Course: Code of Conduct Orientation
Healthstream Course: Registered Respiratory Therapist Skills Self-Assessment
Background Check: OFAC/SDN
Healthstream Course: Code of Conduct Refresher
HR: Professional Reference #1
Education: Respiratory Therapist Competency Exam
Healthstream Course: HWS Meditech - Respiratory
Background Check: Sexual Offender and Predator Search
HR: Healthcare Professional Responsibilities Agreement
EMR System: Meditech and NeoNotes
Health/Immunization: Medical Declaration / Physician Statement
Healthstream Course: Florida Baker Act
Licenses: Respiratory Therapist (RT) License/Cert

Florida Background Screening Notice

This position is subject to background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. Pursuant to Florida law, all job vacancy advertisements and postings for this position must provide notice of this requirement. For detailed information regarding the background screening process, compliance guidelines, and applicant rights, please visit the official Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse Education and Awareness Portal.

Slate Healthcare Job ID #0a9e4f61-cb59-4a63-99d8-11b083983f70. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

Employer

Slate Healthcare

4.3rating(21 reviews)

15 nurses recommend working with Slate Healthcare

Anonymous

DOU - Direct Observation Unit (RN)

5.0rating

Pros

I gave Akash a 5 star rating because he deserves it! He has been very helpful and supportive of me while I’m on my assignment. He has answered all of my questions and gave me information that was necessary for my assignment. I highly recommend him and Slate Healthcare.

Cons

None

Review of Akash Punnu on Aug 1, 2026

Recommends working with Slate Healthcare

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About

Slate Healthcare is a premier travel healthcare staffing agency, connecting healthcare professionals with thousands of opportunities at top-tier hospitals and facilities across the country.

We’re committed to supporting nurses and allied health professionals in building stable, fulfilling careers—while embracing the freedom and excitement that comes with travel. Our goal is simple: to offer flexibility, competitive pay, and personalized placements that align with each clinician’s lifestyle and career goals.

At Slate, we empower our professionals to choose when and where they work, while ensuring they receive the highest compensation possible—because we believe that exceptional care starts with empowered caregivers.

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