Neonatal ICU Respiratory Therapist
Savannah, Georgia
Memorial University Medical Center

Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Neonatal ICU Travel Position

Location: Savannah, Georgia
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Employment Type: Travel

Unit & Work Environment

• Unit: Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
• Patient population includes neonatal and pediatric 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
• Shift: 7 PM, 12-hour shifts
• Dress code: Hunter Green uniform

Required Qualifications

• Valid Respiratory Care Practitioner license in Georgia
• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Respiratory Care Practitioner, including experience within the last year
• Certifications: ACLS, BLS, PALS, NRP, NBRC
• Completion of Respiratory Therapist Competency Exam or USP 800 Hazardous Drug Risk training
• Experience working with neonatal and pediatric patients

Additional Information

• The hospital is a large, 612-bed facility with a Level I trauma center and the only children’s hospital in the region
• Recognized for quality care with awards such as Top Performer on Key Quality Measures and Advanced Primary Stroke Center designation
• Supportive work environment with opportunities for professional growth
• Savannah offers a unique coastal city lifestyle with rich history and cultural attractions

Scheduling & Staffing

• 36 hours per week
• Floating policy and unit staffing details not specified

Note: Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this position.