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Respiratory Therapist - NICU
New Brunswick, New Jersey
Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital New Brunswick

$2,196-2,592/week

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Job Opportunity: Respiratory Therapist - NICU

Location

New Brunswick, New Jersey

Employment Type

Travel/Contract

Contract Length

13 weeks

Shift Details

Night shift
3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 PM to 7:30 AM)
Every other weekend required (Friday/Saturday)

Job Description

Provide respiratory care primarily in Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and Pediatric Critical Care settings.
Patient mix includes neonatal critical care and pediatrics.
Responsibilities include blood gas analysis, ventilator/BiPAP/high flow initiation and management, code response, in-house transport, medication administration, and chest physiotherapy.
Equipment experience required with Servo I & U ventilators and V60 BiPAP.
Charting system used: EPIC.
Floating between pediatric units (BSMCH Pediatric units and NICU) and possibly adult units on the main campus.

Requirements/Qualifications

Valid Registered Respiratory Therapist license in New Jersey
Minimum 1.5 years of experience as a Respiratory Therapist
Respiratory Therapist experience within the last year
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) certification
Experience working with Pediatric patients
Experience working with Neonate patients

Facility

Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital New Brunswick

3.8rating(184 reviews)

9 nurses recommend working with Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital New Brunswick

5.0rating

Pros

Traveler friendly. Appropriate assignments, 1:2 in NICU, may get CPAP, NAVA, surgical kids. 1:3 or if very short staffed 1:4 in SCN, & they try to help. Occasionally float to PICU with appropriate assignments or Mom baby to take care of up to 6 babies.

Cons

Higher than average cost of living, hard to find housing.

Deborah S

NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care (RN)

Contract Position Sep '25 - Feb '26

Review of Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital New Brunswick on May 29, 2026

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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

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About 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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