Travel Respiratory Therapy Technician in Fargo, ND

Why Join Us Work within a large, well-staffed respiratory therapy department across a high-acuity campus featuring adult ICU, Level IV NICU, Pediatric ICU, and a Family Birth Center, with opportunities to cross-train to additional campuses. Manage ventilator and non-invasive ventilation (NIV) therapy, including high-frequency ventilation (Jet and HFOV), nitric oxide therapy, and care of micro-premature infants in a Level IV NICU.

Job Title

Respiratory Therapist

Location

Fargo, ND

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Rotating Shifts (8- and 12-hour shifts), Every Other Weekend and Holidays | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Perform respiratory therapy assessments and implement protocols for patients with cardiopulmonary disorders or associated complications, including NICU, PICU, and adult populations
• Manage ventilator and non-invasive ventilation (NIV) therapy, including high-frequency ventilation (Jet and HFOV), nitric oxide therapy, and care of micro-premature infants in a Level IV NICU
• Perform arterial punctures and blood gas analysis, medication delivery, and airway clearance therapies
• Assist with intubations, extubations, tracheostomy changes and decannulation, and participate in high-risk deliveries and emergency response teams
• Conduct ICU rounds and facilitate safe intra-hospital patient transport
• Accurately document patient care using electronic health record systems and operate a broad range of respiratory therapy equipment

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of recent respiratory therapist experience, with specialization in NICU and/or PICU; adult experience also beneficial
• Level IV NICU experience required, including high-frequency ventilation (Jet and HFOV), nitric oxide, high-risk deliveries, and care of patients at gestational ages 22 weeks and above
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential through NBRC required; Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) will be considered
• Active North Dakota state license (NDSBRC) required or willingness to apply within 72 hours of offer acceptance
• BLS (AHA), NRP, and PALS (AHA) certifications required

Preferred Experience / Skills

• ACLS certification preferred
• Combined NICU and PICU experience strongly preferred; NICU or PICU experience paired with adult general floor experience will also be considered
• Familiarity with a broad range of respiratory therapy equipment including high-frequency ventilators, nitric oxide delivery systems, home ventilators, and point-of-care blood gas devices
• Strong communication skills and ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a fast-paced, multidisciplinary healthcare team

Why Join Us

• Work within a large, well-staffed respiratory therapy department across a high-acuity campus featuring adult ICU, Level IV NICU, Pediatric ICU, and a Family Birth Center, with opportunities to cross-train to additional campuses
• Opportunity to pick up additional shifts in a supportive team environment with structured orientation and preceptor-based training