Respiratory Therapist – NICU
Durham, North Carolina
Duke University Hospital

Job Opportunity: Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - NICU Experience

Location: Durham, North Carolina
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Position Summary

Seeking a Pediatric Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) experience. Candidates must have strong skills in pediatric critical care, NICU, and emergency department settings.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Pediatric Respiratory Therapist license in North Carolina
• Minimum 2 years of Pediatric Respiratory Therapist experience, including experience within the last year
• Certifications:

  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
  • NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)
• Experience working with pediatric patients
• Experience with high-frequency jet ventilator
• Experience with oscillating ventilator

Work Schedule & Other Details

• Weekend shifts required: 6 weekend shifts per schedule (schedule published in 6-week blocks).
• Orientation sessions held bi-weekly.
• Flu vaccination is mandatory; no exemptions or declinations accepted.
• First-time travelers and local candidates within 75 miles are considered.

Required Documentation & Compliance

• Background checks including SSN trace, county checks for past 7 years, sex offender, international searches (if applicable), education verification, and sanction list searches.
• Physical exam within 12 months of start.
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 12 months.
• Required immunizations/vaccinations: Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Hepatitis B, Varicella, Polio, Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap.
• Drug testing: Negative 10-panel drug screen (including THC) within 30 days of start.
• Seasonal flu vaccination required annually.
• References: Two professional references from employment within the last 12 months, including at least one supervisor.
• Employment application and skills checklist updated annually.
• Facility-specific onboarding requirements including competency exams and online modules prior to orientation.

Additional Notes

• Candidates must set up a facility guest account prior to clearance to access orientation and work systems.
• Candidates with less than a 30-day gap between previous assignments may have some documentation requirements waived.
• Candidates must complete all required competency checklists within 3 weeks after start date.
• Training for crisis prevention and other unit-specific competencies provided during orientation.

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