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Travel ContractRRT - NICU/PICU
$2,317-2,804/week
RRT - NICU/PICU
New Brunswick, New Jersey
Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital New Brunswick
$2,317-2,804/weekPosted 3 hours ago
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RRT-NICU
Overview
- Role: RRT - NICU/PICU
- Employment type: Travel/Contract
- Location: New Brunswick, New Jersey
- Specialty: Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics
- Contract length: 13 weeks
- Shift: Night, 3x12 hours, 19:00–7:30
- Hours per week: 36
Required Qualifications
- Certified Respiratory Therapy - NICU with 1.5 years of experience
- Certified Respiratory Therapy - NICU experience within the last year
- BLS issued by American Heart Association
- NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation Procedure
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support issued by American Heart Association
- Experience working with PICU patients
- Experience working with NICU Level 3 patients
- Experience working with Pediatric patients
- Experience in a Pediatric ER/ED setting
- Apnea monitor
- Assist with high-risk deliveries
- Interdepartmental neonatal transports
- Umbilical blood gases
- High-frequency jet and oscillatory ventilation
- Inhaled iNO
- Experience with Epic
Clinical Experience / Skills
- NICU, PICU, Pediatrics, and PEDs ED experience
- Apnea monitor
- Assist with high-risk deliveries
- Interdepartmental neonatal transports
- Umbilical blood gases
- Bag-mask ventilation
- ETT
- HFNC
- O2 tanks
- T-piece
- Trach collar
- Nasal/oral airway placement and suctioning
- ETT/NT suctioning
- Extubation
- Intubation assist
- Tracheostomy care
- BiPAP
- CPAP
- High-frequency jet and oscillatory ventilation
- Troubleshooting high-pressure alarms
- Weaning from mechanical ventilation
- Arterial punctures
- Draw and interpret ABGs
- Handheld nebulizer
- T-piece nebulizer
- Trach collar nebulizer
- Inhaled iNO
Scheduling
- Every other weekend
- Must work or provide on-call coverage for 1 of 2 or 2 of 3 winter holidays, as needed
Charting
- Epic required
Floating
- Must float within skill set without exception to NICU, PICU, PEDs, and Peds ED
Additional Notes
- First-time travelers accepted
- Locals accepted at the same rate
- Government-issued photo ID required
- Respiratory medical clearance is required prior to start
- Negative TB or chest X-ray is required
- Physical exam is required
- Drug screening is required
- References are required
- Employment application or resume with 7 years of work history is required
Facility
Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital New Brunswick
3.8rating(189 reviews)
9 nurses recommend working with Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital New Brunswick
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- Short Term Acute Care
- 610 beds
ADDRESSOne Robert Wood Johnson PlaceNew Brunswick, NJ 08903
View more detailsAbout New Brunswick, NJ
As a Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist in New Brunswick, NJ here's what you should know:Cost of Living
- Slightly higher than the national average, with housing costs being the primary contributor.
- Wages generally match the higher cost of living.
Weather
- Summer average highs of 85°F and lows of 65°F.
- Winter average highs of 40°F and lows of 25°F.
Furnished Housing
- Short term rentals are available but may require some searching.
- Many furnished apartment complexes cater to short term renters.
Transportation
- Car friendliness is moderate, with traffic congestion during peak hours.
- Public transportation options include buses and trains for commuting within and outside the city.
Demographics
- Diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues include diabetes, heart disease, and asthma.
- New Brunswick has a large population of travel nurses due to the presence of major medical centers.
Things to Do
- Abundance of restaurants offering diverse cuisines.
- Rich art and music scene with theaters and live music venues.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy college games and local recreational activities.
- Nearby outdoor activities include parks and nature reserves for hiking and relaxation.
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