Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Pediatric/NICU/PICU Travel Assignment in Durham, NC

Join a specialized pediatric respiratory care team as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) in Durham, North Carolina. This 13-week travel respiratory therapist assignment is ideal for an experienced RRT skilled in neonatal and pediatric critical care, advanced ventilatory support, and complex respiratory care in a high-acuity hospital environment. Support neonates, infants, children, adolescents, and adults while enjoying Durham’s vibrant community, excellent dining, cultural attractions, and convenient access to the Research Triangle.

Travel Respiratory Therapist Job Details

• Assignment Type: 13-week travel assignment
• Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Pediatric, NICU, and PICU
• Location: Durham, North Carolina
• Targeted Start Date: November 2, 2026; alternate start date of November 16, 2026
• End Date: February 1, 2027
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,730-$1,860
• Schedule: 3 shifts per week
• Shift: 12-hour day shifts, approximately 7:00 a.m.-7:30 p.m.
• Hours: 36 hours per week
• Weekend Coverage: Six weekend shifts per published six-week schedule
• Orientation: 40 hours; orientations are scheduled biweekly
• Electronic Medical Record: Epic
• Interview: Not required

Registered Respiratory Therapist Job Requirements

• At least 2 years of current experience in NICU, pediatric intensive care, pediatrics, and the emergency department
• Recent Level IV NICU respiratory therapy experience
• Demonstrated experience with high-frequency jet ventilation and high-frequency oscillating ventilation
• Experience caring for patients with complex pediatric cardiac anomalies
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential strongly preferred; Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) candidates may be considered on a case-by-case basis only when all other requirements are met
• Active North Carolina respiratory therapy license in hand at the time of submission
• Current ACLS, BLS, NRP, and PALS certifications
• Flu vaccination required; exemptions and declinations are not accepted
• One supervisory reference from within the past year
• Ability to complete required compliance documentation and onboarding activities within established timelines

Pediatric, NICU, and PICU Respiratory Therapist Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care for neonates, infants, children, adolescents, and adults in a high-acuity hospital setting
• Manage and monitor mechanical ventilation, including high-frequency jet and high-frequency oscillating ventilators
• Assess respiratory status and interpret arterial blood gases to guide treatment decisions
• Provide care involving CPAP, BiPAP, HFNC, nitric oxide, ECMO support, tracheostomies, and ventilator weaning
• Assist with intubations, high-risk deliveries, emergency interventions, bronchoscopy, and extubation
• Recognize and respond to changing patient conditions, troubleshoot high-pressure alarms, and collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams
• Administer respiratory medications and therapies according to established protocols
• Document assessments, interventions, and patient responses accurately in Epic
• Participate in scheduled weekend coverage and maintain reliable attendance throughout the assignment

Apply now for this Registered Respiratory Therapist travel opportunity in Durham, North Carolina, and join a specialized pediatric and neonatal respiratory care team.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.