Respiratory Therapist - NICU
Hartford, Connecticut
Connecticut Children's Medical Center
$2,310-2,484/weekMedical Solutions Allied will give you the best chance of placement for this opportunity
Job info
Job Opportunity: Registered Respiratory Therapist - NICU
Location: Hartford, Connecticut
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Job Summary
Seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) experience. This is a travel contract position with every other weekend shifts. Floating within scope of practice is required.
Required Experience
- Minimum 2 years of experience in Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics specialty
- Pediatric experience required
- First-time travelers accepted
Work Schedule
- Every other weekend required
Required Certifications and Licenses
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) license (state license can be pending but must be active to start)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
Additional Requirements
- Must be able to float within scope of practice
- Charting system: EPIC
- Scrub color: Navy Blue
Required Documentation and Compliance
- Valid driver’s license or passport
- Background checks including 7-year search and various federal/state screenings
- Education verification (diploma acceptable as placeholder)
- Physical exam within 12 months, signed by NP, PA, or MD
- Respiratory fit mask test annually
- Immunizations and titers including Tdap, TB screening, MMR, Hepatitis B, Varicella, and seasonal flu vaccination or approved exemption
- Drug testing (10 panel) within 30 days of start and annually
- References: Two within past 2 years with direct supervision confirmation
- Employment history verification for last 7 years
- Skills checklist updated annually
- Competency exams including Dysrhythmia/EKG competency for applicable units
Notes
- Locals accepted
- Floating within scope required
- HIPAA and OSHA annual acknowledgements required
- Various facility-specific agreements and confidentiality forms must be signed prior to start
This position is ideal for a respiratory therapist with NICU and pediatric experience looking for a travel contract opportunity in Connecticut.
Facility
Connecticut Children's Medical Center
1 nurse recommends working with Connecticut Children's Medical Center
Pros
- MS6 staff is very team-motivated, the floor nurses work together incredibly well and make it easy to look forward to work. I cannot emphasize how important this is, and the difference it makes in a tough shift. - Ratios on the floor are typically 1:3-4, which can be busy but more than manageable. - There is a wide variety of diagnoses that we treat and the floor offers so many opportunities to learn about different populations and treatments. Many staff members have said that working on MS6 will set you up for success to work anywhere. - I started here as a new grad and am only leaving due to my family’s plan to move out of state. If I were to stay in CT, I would continue to work at Connecticut Children’s.
Cons
- Management on MS6 is not very good, and the PCA help is incredibly variable depending on which staff is working a shift. - There is a lot of broken equipment that you have to deal with. - Typically expected to float to other units every few weeks. - MS6 gets a lot of behavioral psych patients, which can be challenging.
- Childrens
- 187 beds
About Hartford, CT
As a Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist in Hartford, CT here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Hartford, CT, is slightly higher than the national average.
- However, wages generally match up with the cost of living, providing a comfortable standard of living for residents.
- The average high in summer is around 83°F, and the average low in winter is around 18°F, offering a true four-season experience.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Hartford, CT, and can be found with relative ease, especially in popular neighborhoods.
- Hartford is car-friendly, with good road infrastructure.
- Public transportation options include buses and a commuter rail line connecting to nearby cities.
- Hartford has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies and asthma due to seasonal changes.
- There is a significant population of travel nurses due to the presence of multiple healthcare facilities.
- Hartford offers a variety of activities including a vibrant restaurant scene, art museums, music venues, and sports events.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking, biking, and skiing in the nearby areas.
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