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Shift: Rotating, 3x12hrs
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Hours: 36 hrs/wk
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Start Date: Aug 31, 2026
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Length: 13 weeks
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Openings: 1
American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist for a NICU/Pediatric Critical Care position requiring 2-3 years of experience with at least 1 year in PICU or Pediatric CVICU.
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Work in the NICU and Pediatric Critical Care unit at a children's hospital
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Neonatal and pediatric patient population
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13-week assignment
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Night shift (3x12 hours, 19:00-7:00) or Day shift (3x12 hours, 7:00-19:00)
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36 hours per week with 3x12 shifts (4x12 shifts not offered)
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Every other weekend required
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50/50 day/night rotation based on department needs
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Uses Epic charting system
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Performs ventilator management including BiPAP, CPAP, SIMV, high frequency jet ventilator, and high frequency oscillator
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Neonatal/pediatric equipment includes Bubble CPAP, Oscillating Ventilator, and Pressure/Volume Ventilator
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Performs airway management including intubation assist, extubation, and ETT/NT suctioning
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Provides tracheostomy care and management
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Administers Nitric Oxide (iNO)
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Interprets Arterial Blood Gases (ABGs)
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RRT credential required (CRT not accepted)
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MA license required if applicable; pending license accepted
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BLS certification required
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PALS certification preferred
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2-3 years of experience required, with at least 1 year in PICU or Pediatric CVICU
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Teaching hospital experience required
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Epic charting system experience required
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First-time travelers considered; no prior travel experience required
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Provide respiratory care to neonatal and pediatric critical care patients
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Work as part of a pediatric critical care team
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Local candidates within 50 miles accepted at a lower pay rate
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2 verified professional references required from 2 of the last 3 places worked, each from different facilities
