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Registered Respiratory Therapist - NICU
Fredericksburg, Virginia
Mary Washington Hospital

$2,048-2,254/week

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Job Opportunity: Registered Respiratory Therapist - NICU

Location

Fredericksburg, Virginia

Employment Type

Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Work Schedule

Night shift: 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 PM – 7:30 AM)
Weekend requirement: Every other weekend plus every other holiday
On-call requirement: 3 times per 6-week scheduling period
Floating required within scope to ER, Adult ICU Stepdown, pediatric unit, and floors

Job Description

Provide respiratory therapy care in NICU and adult units including ER, ICU Stepdown, pediatric unit, and floors
Assignments vary in acuity; not NICU-only
Responsibilities include airway management, medication administration, arterial blood gas (ABG) draws and analysis, oxygen therapy, suctioning, pulmonary toileting, BiPAP, CPAP, and nebulizer treatments
Night shift duties include aerosol, bronchial hygiene, lung inflation therapies, and management of CPAP/BiPAP
Experience preferred in NICU, ED, adult ICU, emergency department, and level 2 trauma care
Must attend monthly department meetings or review minutes and acknowledge understanding

Required Qualifications

Valid Registered Respiratory Therapist license in Virginia
Minimum 2 years of Respiratory Therapist experience, including experience within the last year
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Experience with CPAP and CPAP/BiPAP implementation

Facility

Mary Washington Hospital

3.4rating(74 reviews)

7 nurses recommend working with Mary Washington Hospital

5.0rating

Pros

Awesome place to work. But sometimes depends with the floor. But generally I feel it’s the most diverse place to work with people from different parts of the world. You feel part of the team.

Cons

Some units can be heavy with 1:6 ratios

Sammy B

Med Surg (RN)

Contract Position Feb '23

Review of Mary Washington Hospital on Feb 3, 2026

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Short Term Acute Care
407 beds

ADDRESS1001 Sam Perry BoulevardFredericksburg, VA 22401

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About Fredericksburg, VA

As a Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist in Fredericksburg, VA here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Fredericksburg, VA is slightly higher than the national average.
Wages generally match up with the cost of living.

Weather

Summer average highs: 87°F, average lows: 66°F.
Winter average highs: 47°F, average lows: 28°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available, and they can be found with some effort.
Many travel nurses opt for furnished apartments or extended stay hotels.

Transportation

Fredericksburg is car-friendly, but public transportation options are limited.
Having a car is recommended for getting around.

Demographics

The city has a diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
Common health issues include allergies and respiratory conditions due to pollen.
There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the presence of healthcare facilities.

Things to Do

Explore the historic district, visit the Fredericksburg & Spotsylvania National Military Park, Ferry Farm, enjoy local restaurants, art galleries, and outdoor activities along the Rappahannock River.

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