Travel Pediatric Respiratory Therapist - NICU - $1,940 per week

About the role

Respiratory Therapist (RT PEDS) Richmond, VA. This role involves providing specialized respiratory care to pediatric patients in a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). The position requires a compassionate and fast-paced approach to meet the needs of critically ill children, ensuring they receive optimal respiratory support.

• Location: Richmond, VA
• Specialty: Certified Respiratory Therapy – NICU
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Position: Respiratory Therapist specialized in Pediatric care in a Level III NICU setting
• Shift: Nights, 12 hours per shift, minimum 36 hours per week
• Start Date: 11/16/2026 (application notes availability required by 09/28/2026)
• End Date: 12/28/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Employment Type: Travel

Responsibilities

• Administer nebulizer treatments
• Manage BIPAP/CPAP therapy
• Operate and monitor ventilators
• Perform arterial blood gas sampling and analysis

Requirements

• Current Respiratory Therapy (RRT) credential
• Virginia State License
• BLS certification
• ACLS certification
• At least 3 years of ICU experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Level III or higher NICU experience
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment

Additional Information

• Call expected approximately once every 5–6 weeks
• Rotating weekends required

Schedule

Nights, 12-hour shifts, minimum 36 hours per week.

Benefits

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

Pay

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.