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Job description
Wellspring Nurse Source is seeking a travel Certified Respiratory Therapy - NICU for a travel job in San Antonio, Texas.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Certified Respiratory Therapy - NICU
Discipline: Allied Health Professional
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, nights
Employment Type: Travel
Registered Respiratory Therapistnn
We are seeking a knowledgeable and dedicated Registered Respiratory Therapist to provide pulmonary care to patients across all age groups, including critical, non-critical, and chronically ill adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients. This role operates under the direction of a physician and requires minimal supervision. The therapist will be responsible for patient assessments and developing respiratory care plans, as well as performing a variety of technical and diagnostic procedures in different areas of the healthcare environment.
Responsibilities:
n Meet the expectations of the applicable competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
Participate in emergency response situations, including Code Blue and Code White.
Manage airway procedures, including nasotracheal and endotracheal suctioning.
Administer aerosolized medications and manage ventilators, including setup and operation.
Provide oral hygiene and maintain airway supporting devices such as BiPAP and CPAP.
Deliver oxygen therapy and monitor treatment effectiveness.
Analyze chest films and collect and assess blood gas samples.
Conduct EKG analysis and ensure accurate documentation of patient care.
Maintain equipment and supplies by performing cleaning and stocking duties as necessary.
Contribute to CAP and JC surveys.
Assist as Shift Leader or Team Leader as needed.
Utilize advanced practice skills, which may include therapeutic gas management, pulmonary function testing, and assist during bronchoscopy procedures.
Perform hemodynamic monitoring, waveform analysis, and nocturnal SpO2 evaluations.
Conduct polysomnography and assist with patient transport duties.
n Job Requirements:
Education and Skills
n Possess valid RT or RCP License in the state of Texas.
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) is required.
Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certifications are required.
n Experience
n 1 to 3 years of respiratory therapy experience is preferred.
n Work Schedule:
nDays from 6:45 AM to 7:00 PM.
Work Type:
nFull Time
Wellspring Nurse Source Job ID # . Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Allied Respiratory Therap - NICU
About Wellspring Nurse Source
Wellspring One (formerly Wellspring Nurse Source) is a nurse-owned and operated healthcare staffing company built around one simple belief: clinicians deserve exceptional support. Our team is honored to represent what we believe is the greatest workforce on earth , and we work every day to support our clinicians with the same level of excellence they bring to their patients.
Wellspring One was named one of SIA’s Best Staffing Firms to Work For in 2026 , a recognition that reflects our commitment to building a culture where clinicians feel supported, valued, and set up for success. From onboarding and compliance to payroll, career guidance, and on-assignment support, our dedicated Clinician Success Team is with you every step of your travel journey.
We’re not focused on becoming the biggest staffing company. Our goal is to be the best partner you’ll ever work with.
If you’re looking for a team that will advocate for you, support you, and help you find the right opportunities at the best rates, we’d love to be part of your journey.
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Worksite address
san antonio, TX, 78208, US
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