PICU Respiratory Therapist
Durham, North Carolina
Duke University Hospital

Job Opportunity: RRT PICU (Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics)

Location: Durham, North Carolina
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Night (3 shifts per week, 12 hours each, 18:45–7:15)
Hours per Week: 36

Job Description

• Must have at least 2 years of experience in NICU, pediatric critical care, pediatrics, and emergency department (ED) settings.
• Required to have Level IV NICU experience.
• Experience with High frequency jet ventilator and Oscillating ventilator.
• Knowledge of pediatric cardiac anomalies is required.
• Weekend shifts required: 6 weekend shifts per schedule (schedule published in 6-week blocks).
• Orientation sessions occur bi-weekly.
• First-time travelers and local candidates within 75 miles are eligible.

Required Certifications

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) – AHA only
• BLS (Basic Life Support) – AHA only
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) – AHA/AAP only
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) – AHA only

Licensure

• Must have a current North Carolina RRT license (Respiratory Therapist license).
• License processing time is approximately 2-4 weeks.

Required Documents & Compliance

• Valid government-issued photo ID (e.g., driver’s license).
• Social Security Card (only if used for I9 verification).
• Background checks within 90 days of start, including SSN trace, county, alias, nationwide, sex offender, international (if applicable), and education verification for respiratory care.
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks within 90 days of start.
• OFAC Sanctions List Search within 30 days of start.
• Physical exam within 12 months of start (latex allergy acceptable).
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 12 months (with specific documentation if history of positive PPD).
• Required immunizations/vaccinations with no exemptions accepted:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (every 10 years)
  • Measles (2 vaccines or positive titer)
  • Mumps (2 vaccines or positive titer)
  • Rubella (1 vaccine or positive titer)
  • Varicella (2 vaccines or positive titer)
  • Hepatitis B (titer, vaccine series, or declination)
  • Polio vaccine or signed attestation
  • Seasonal flu vaccine (required annually during flu season; no exemptions)
• Negative 10-panel drug test including THC within 30 days of start (instant tests not accepted).
• Two professional references from employment within the last 12 months (at least one supervisor).
• Employment application with 7 years of work history.
• Annual skills checklist update required.
• Unit-specific competency exam required.

Additional Requirements

• Must set up a facility-specific guest account prior to clearance to access orientation and work systems.
• Completion of online orientation modules prior to start.
• Completion of competency checklists within 3 weeks after start date.
• Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) Blue Card training provided onsite if not already held.
• Pass/fail testing on EKG/medication knowledge administered at orientation (passing score 80%).

Schedule & Work Environment

• Night shift, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each.
• Weekend work required (6 weekend shifts per schedule).
• No on-call requirement.

Notes

• Local candidates within 75 miles considered with a slightly adjusted rate.
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply.
• Orientation is conducted bi-weekly.

Requirements/Qualifications

• Valid Registered Respiratory Therapist license in North Carolina
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Respiratory Therapist
• Respiratory Therapist experience within the last year
• Current ACLS certification
• Current BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association
• Current NRP certification
• Current PALS certification issued by the American Heart Association
• High school diploma or college degree
• Experience working with pediatric patients

This position is ideal for experienced respiratory therapists with pediatric and NICU expertise seeking a travel contract in North Carolina.