About this opportunity
American Traveler lists this Travel Respiratory Therapist - Nicu/Picu opportunity in city of fargo, North Dakota. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking a travel Certified Respiratory Therapy - NICU for a travel job in Fargo, North Dakota.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Certified Respiratory Therapy - NICU
Discipline: Allied Health Professional
Start Date: 12/14/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, rotating
Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
Shift: Rotating, 3x12hrs
Hours: 36 hrs/wk
Start Date: Dec 14, 2026
Length: 13 weeks
Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for a Level 4 NICU/PICU position at a Level 1 trauma center requiring at least 2 years of specialized NICU/PICU experience.
Details
Level 4 NICU/PICU unit within a 394+ bed acute care facility with Level 1 trauma designation
Patient population includes NICU, PICU, and potentially adult patients
Level 4 NICU includes high-frequency ventilation (Jet & HFOV), nitric oxide, high-risk deliveries, and gestational ages 22 weeks and above
Experience with ventilator management down to micro preemies required
Uses Epic EMR
Rotating 8- and 12-hour day/night shifts
Every other weekend required, with consideration for straight weekend or straight night status
Holiday coverage required
Works as part of a team with charge RTs and 6-14 other RTs per shift, 2-4 NICU RTs and 1-3 Peds/PICU RTs per shift
Opportunity to pick up extra shifts
Potential to train and float to other campus locations within the health system
Requirements
Minimum 2 years of recent respiratory therapist experience
RRT (NBRC) required, CRT (NBRC) considered
BLS (AHA), NRP, and PALS (AHA) certifications required
ACLS preferred
Experience with NICU and/or PICU patient population required;
adult experience also beneficial
State license required if applicable
Strong communication skills and ability to work independently and within a team in a fast-paced environment
Additional Information
Responsibilities include respiratory assessments and protocols, arterial punctures and blood gas analysis, ventilator and NIV therapy management, medication delivery, airway clearance, assisting with intubations/extubations, tracheostomy changes and decannulation, emergency response team participation, ICU rounds, and intrahospital patient transport
Utilizes specialized equipment including Hamilton G5 & C1, V60, Airvo, Philips CoughAssist, Synclara Cough Device, Volara, Vest, IPV, ResMed AutoPAPs, Radiometer ABL90 Flex, EPOC POC device, Aerogen, Nitric Oxide, 3100 A & B HFOV, Bunnell HFJV, Infant Flow SiPAP, Bubble CPAP, Sentec TCM, NeoPuff, and home ventilators (Trilogy, Astral, Vivo)
Orientation includes lab orientation with RT education staff and preceptor shifts with unit RTs
Scrub requirements: Steel Gray for Peds/PICU or blue hospital-provided scrubs for NICU
All clinicians must badge in and out at the facility
Candidates must disclose any previous employment with this health system, which may affect eligibility
Local candidates within 80 miles may be considered at a reduced rate
American Traveler Job ID #P- . 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: Travel Respiratory Therapist - NICU RT
About American Traveler
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.
Worksite address
city of fargo, ND, 58126, US
Who can apply
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