Respiratory Therapist - Neonatal/Pediatric
Savannah, Georgia
Memorial University Medical Center

Travel RRT Opportunity – Neonatal ICU (NICU)

Location: Savannah, Georgia
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Unit & Job Details

• Unit: Neonatal ICU (NICU)
• Shift: 7 PM – 12-hour shift
• Patient Population: Neonatal and Pediatric ICU critical care patients
• Equipment Used:

  • Servo U & Drager VN500 ventilators
  • F&P Bubble CPAP
  • High Frequency Oscillatory Ventilation (HFOV)
  • High Frequency Jet Ventilation (HFJV)
  • Vaportherm
  • Heliox therapy
• Documentation System: Epic
• Dress Code: Hunter Green uniform

Required Experience & Skills

• Specialty: Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
• Minimum Experience: 1+ year Neonatal or PICU Critical Care experience (highest required)
• Certifications: PALS required
• Advanced Skills:

  • Independently admit and manage ventilated patients in Pediatric ICU using Servo-U ventilator
  • Setup and manage heliox therapy (invasive and non-invasive)
  • Familiarity with non-invasive ventilation including BiPAP and CPAP
  • Neonatal skills including Bubble CPAP, nitric oxide therapy, and high frequency ventilation

Additional Information

• The hospital is a large, well-equipped facility with a Level I trauma center and the only children’s hospital in the region.
• Known for a family-like atmosphere, supportive management, and opportunities for professional growth.
• Savannah offers a unique blend of southern charm and cultural attractions, including a historic district with museums and landmarks.

Prior Travel Experience

• Not explicitly required for this position.