Location: Delta, CO

Start Date: 03-06-2026

End Date: 06-05-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Variable 12-hour night shifts (NOC): 4 nights on, 1 night off, 2 nights on, 8 nights off. Night shift pattern provided; specific clock start/end times not specified in the job information.

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $61 per hour

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Provide expert respiratory care for neonates in the NICU, including ventilator management and respiratory support
• Perform neonatal resuscitation (NRP) and respond to delivery-room respiratory emergencies
• Operate, troubleshoot, and maintain respiratory equipment and neonatal ventilators
• Monitor and interpret pulmonary function and clinical data to guide therapy
• Collaborate closely with neonatologists, nurses, and multidisciplinary teams to deliver family-centered care
• Educate families on respiratory interventions, follow-up care, and safe discharge planning
• Document assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately in the medical record
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance neonatal respiratory outcomes

Qualifications

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential
• Licensed as a Respiratory Therapist by the State of Colorado
• Completion of an accredited respiratory therapy program (required)
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification required upon hire
• BLS and ACLS through American Heart required upon hire
• PALS (American Heart) required within 60 days of hire
• NBRC registration/certification preferred
• Minimum one year recent acute care, emergency care, or intensive care experience preferred
• Comfort and experience working night shifts in a NICU environment

Education

• Completion of an accredited respiratory therapy program (required)

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong knowledge of neonatal respiratory care and delivery-room procedures
• Experience with pulmonary function testing and pulmonary rehabilitation concepts
• Proficiency with respiratory equipment, ventilators, and neonatal interfaces
• Excellent patient assessment, monitoring, and clinical decision-making skills
• Clear communication and teamwork skills in high-acuity settings
• Accurate clinical documentation and familiarity with electronic medical records

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend to help you feel at home while on contract
• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy
• 401K retirement savings plan so you can plan for the future
• Life Insurance for extra peace of mind
• Paid time off to recharge between your extended off blocks
• Travel reimbursement and relocation assistance to get you here stress-free
• Licensure assistance & reimbursement to help with Colorado paperwork
• Referral bonus program — bring a friend and earn rewards
• A supportive, collaborative team that values your expertise and growth

Travel Perks: Explore Delta, CO

Delta, Colorado sits in a beautiful Western Slope region with easy access to outdoor adventures. Explore Grand Mesa's scenic hiking trails and alpine lakes, take day trips to the dramatic Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, fish or paddle on the Gunnison River, and enjoy local orchards and farmer’s markets that showcase the region’s produce. Grand Junction’s dining, wineries, and additional outdoor recreation are a short drive away, and winter months offer nearby skiing and snow play for weekend getaways.

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