Travel Respiratory Therapist NICU

Respiratory Therapist NICU (Travel Contract) We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Respiratory Therapist for a travel contract assignment in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The ideal candidate will have strong critical care experience and the ability to provide respiratory care to patients across multiple age groups, including neonatal, pediatric, adult, and geriatric populations. Contract Details Location: Baton Rouge, Louisiana Duration: 13 Weeks Shift: Days 0700-1930 Schedule: 3x12s; 36 hrs/week Gross Weekly Pay: $2,226/week including stipends Start Date: 6/15/2026 Certifications Required: BLS, ACLS, NRP Minimum Experience Required: 2 Years Recent Acute Care Hospital Experience; Strong NICU exp required Responsibilities Administer respiratory treatments, manage ventilators, and monitor oxygen therapy. Perform arterial blood gas collection and analysis. Respond to respiratory emergencies and assist with intubations. Provide patient and family education. Support specialty areas such as ICU, ER, NICU, and Labor & Delivery as needed. Requirements Active Respiratory Therapist license in the state of practice. Minimum of 2 years of recent acute care hospital respiratory therapy experience. Current BLS, ACLS, and NRP certifications. Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program. Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) credential required based on state/facility requirements. Experience with ventilators, airway management, and critical care patients. Strong communication and critical thinking skills. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced hospital environment. Preferred Qualifications Previous travel respiratory therapy experience. Experience with neonatal and pediatric populations. Experience with EMR systems such as Epic or Cerner. PALS certification (if applicable). Benefits Competitive compensation and pay packages. Travel benefits and support. Credentialing and onboarding assistance. Opportunity to expand clinical experience in a rewarding assignment. #J-18808-Ljbffr