About this opportunity
American Traveler, LLC. lists this Travel Respiratory Therapist - NICU RT opportunity in montgomery, Alabama. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for a Level 3 NICU position requiring 2+ years of NICU experience and the ability to work independently on night shifts.
Requirements
BLS and NRP required for NICU; ACLS/APLS preferred
Minimum 2 years of experience in a Level 3 NICU required
RRT preferred, CRT considered with at least 2 years of experience
Cerner or Epic EMR experience required for first-time travelers
Skilled in adult general and critical care
Experience with ground transports and Nitric Oxide administration; transport experience preferred
Must be able to work independently as the sole NICU RRT on nights
License required if applicable
Responsibilities
Level 3 NICU with 36 beds, typically 18-20 patients
Works with NICU patients and floats to adult general and critical care populations
12-hour shifts, 7a-7p and 7p-7a, 36 hours per week
Weekend rotation every other weekend
Voluntary on-call availability
Uses Cerner EMR, Omnicell medication dispensing, Spacelabs monitors
Ventilator equipment includes PB 840, PB 980, Drager VN500, LTV, Airvo, and 3100A Oscillator
May float to any like unit or patient location, including adult units
Provides respiratory therapy care across NICU and adult patient populations
May be the only NICU RRT on duty during night shifts
New or returning travelers (out 1+ year) receive 24 hours of classroom orientation and 24 hours on-unit
Holiday coverage includes one major and one minor seasonal holiday per policy
Up to 7 days of time off can be pre-approved, excluding facility blackout dates
Navy blue scrubs required
Free parking available in on-site deck
First-time travelers considered with at least 2 years of Level 3 NICU experience and Cerner or Epic EMR experience
Former perm staff must wait 6 months before being eligible as a traveler
Candidates must reside outside a 60-mile radius of the facility; local candidates not accepted
Benefits
High Pay and Bonuses
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
401(k) Plan
Weekly Payroll Deposit
Free Online CEUs
Generous Housing Allowance
Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
Traveler Rewards and Discounts
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Worksite address
montgomery, AL, 36136, US
Who can apply
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