NICU Respiratory Therapist
Durham, North Carolina
Duke University Hospital

Job Opportunity: RRT-NICU (Respiratory Therapist)

Location

• Durham, North Carolina

Employment Type

• Travel/Contract
• Contract Length: 13 weeks

Position Details

• Patient Age Group: Neonates, Infants, Pediatrics, Adolescents, Adults
• Shift: Day shift, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (6:15 AM – 7:15 PM)
• Weekend Requirement: 6 weekend shifts per schedule (schedule published in 6-week blocks)
• On-Call: Not required
• Orientation: Bi-weekly sessions

Required Qualifications

• Certified Respiratory Therapist with NICU experience (minimum 2 years)
• NICU experience within the last year
• Experience working with pediatric patients
• Certifications:

  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)
  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)

Required Documentation & Compliance

• I9 or Attestation
• Government-issued photo ID (Driver’s License or State ID)
• Social Security Card (if used for I9)
• Background checks within 90 days including:

  • SSN Trace, counties lived/worked/attended school in last 7 years
  • Alias searches, nationwide, sex offender, international (if applicable)
  • Education verification for Respiratory Therapists (must have graduated from an accredited Respiratory Care program)
  • EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks
  • OFAC Sanctions List Search within 30 days of start
• Physical exam within 12 months of start (latex allergy acceptable)
• Drug test: Negative 10-panel (including THC) within 30 days of start (instant tests not accepted)
• Immunizations and health requirements:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccine every 10 years (no exemptions)
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 12 months
  • TB questionnaire updated annually
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella: Vaccines or positive antibody titers required (no exemptions)
  • Hepatitis B: Titer, vaccine series, or declination
  • Varicella: 2 vaccines or positive titer (may start with 2nd booster pending)
  • Seasonal flu vaccine required during flu season (no exemptions)
  • Polio vaccine or signed attestation
• Competency exam and unit-specific competency checklist (CBO) to be completed within 3 weeks after start
• Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) Blue Card training provided onsite if not already held
• Pass/fail testing (EKG/Medication) administered at orientation (not required for RRTs)
• Duke Guest Account setup required prior to clearance for access to orientation and work systems

References & Employment History

• Two professional references required from employment within the last 12 months; at least one must be a supervisor
• Employment application with 7 years of work history required

Additional Notes

• Candidates with less than a 30-day gap between previous assignments with this health system may have some document requirements waived or accepted on file.
• Candidates must complete all required online modules prior to orientation.
• Candidate must be able to work weekends as scheduled.
• Local candidates are accepted.
• No prior travel experience required.

This position is ideal for Respiratory Therapists with NICU and pediatric critical care experience seeking a travel contract opportunity with a reputable healthcare system in North Carolina.