Registered Respiratory Therapist - NICU
Location: Brandon, FL
Start Date: 01-20-2026
End Date: 04-21-2026
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: Night shift (specific days vary), 6:30 PM - 7:00 AM — nights and overnight coverage (schedule may include weekends)
Hours per Week: 36
Candidate Pay Rate: $42 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 Level 3 NICU patients, including ventilator management
- Attend high-risk deliveries and provide immediate neonatal respiratory support
- Manage conventional and high frequency oscillatory ventilation safely and effectively
- Perform blood gas acquisition and interpretation to guide clinical decisions
- Administer therapies such as surfactant and nitric oxide per unit protocols
- Operate and troubleshoot NICU equipment including Drager VN500 ventilators and 3100A oscillators
- Document care thoroughly in Meditech and NeoNotes and communicate clearly with the neonatal care team
- Contribute to a positive, detail-oriented unit culture and support colleagues during peak volumes
Qualifications
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential — required
- NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) certification — required
- Level 3 NICU experience preferred; will consider 3–5 years Level 2 NICU experience as an alternative
- Minimum clinical experience indicated on the posting: 1 year (see note above regarding NICU level)
- Familiarity with high frequency oscillatory ventilation, ventilator management, and blood gas interpretation
- Experience with NICU equipment: Drager VN500, 3100A Oscillators, Vapotherm, and nitric oxide delivery systems
- EMR experience with Meditech and NeoNotes is a plus
- Strong critical thinking, independent decision-making, and attention to detail
Knowledge & Skills
- In-depth knowledge of neonatal respiratory physiology and ventilator strategies
- Skilled in blood gas acquisition and interpretation to guide therapy
- Competent with conventional and high frequency oscillatory ventilation
- Comfortable administering surfactant and nitric oxide per protocol
- Experience with NICU respiratory devices such as Drager VN500 and 3100A oscillators
- Proficient documentation skills in Meditech and NeoNotes
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills in high-acuity neonatal settings
Benefits
- Generous housing and travel support to make your temporary home comfortable
- Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy
- 401K retirement savings plan to help you plan for the future
- Paid time off so you can recharge between assignments
- Licensure assistance and reimbursement to keep your credentials current
- Professional development and training opportunities to grow your NICU expertise
- A supportive, collaborative neonatal team that values your skills and voice
- Referral program and other non-cash perks to reward you for building the team
Travel Perks: Explore Brandon, FL
Brandon sits just east of Tampa, so you can trade shifts for sunshine: explore downtown Tampa and the Riverwalk, visit Busch Gardens for thrills, relax on nearby Clearwater and St. Pete beaches, check out the Florida Aquarium or ZooTampa, stroll historic Ybor City for great eats and nightlife, or enjoy outdoor fun at Hillsborough River State Park and Alafia River State Park. Plenty of local restaurants, shopping at Westfield Brandon, and easy weekend getaways to the Gulf Coast keep your time off interesting.
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a Registered Respiratory Therapist - NICU? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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