Travel Certified Respiratory Therapy - NICU - $2,275 per week

Wellspring Nurse Source is seeking a travel Certified Respiratory Therapy - NICU for a travel job in Goldsboro, North Carolina.

• Specialty: Certified Respiratory Therapy - NICU
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 11/09/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Respiratory Therapist II

Job Summary:

Under the direction of department management and in accordance with established policies and procedures, the Respiratory Therapist II demonstrates advanced knowledge in respiratory care and patient care areas. This role involves providing competent care to patients through various procedures aimed at assessing, preventing, stabilizing, or remedying respiratory dysfunction.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administer standard respiratory care, including aerosol medication delivery, basic bedside pulmonary function testing, breathing exercises, oxygen therapy, and arterial punctures.


• Manage all aspects of airway management, including the aspiration of established airways, tracheostomy care, tube changes, and endotracheal intubations and extubations.


• Perform Pulmonary Function Testing as needed.


• Transport pediatric and neonatal patients when working with specific transport protocols.


• Engage in advanced respiratory care procedures as deemed necessary, including IV insertions, chest tube insertions, and blood glucose monitoring.


• Manage Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) for cardiac and respiratory support when applicable.


• Perform all aspects of ventilator care, ensuring proper setup and monitoring to manage patient conditions effectively.


• Maintain and enhance job knowledge and skills, functioning independently and serving as a resource to other staff members.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience as a Respiratory Therapist.


• Proficient in reading, analyzing, and interpreting clinical information and technical procedures.


• Ability to document clinical information accurately.


• Effective communication skills to relay information and respond to inquiries from patients, physicians, family members, and colleagues.


• Mathematical proficiency for practical applications, including fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions.


• Strong problem-solving ability to collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

Required Education:

• Graduation from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.

Required Certifications & Licensure:

• Current certification as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC).


• In addition to RRT or CRT, certifications such as ACLS, NRP, PALS, or an advanced practice certificate may be required based on practice area.


• All certifications must be maintained per the requirements of the certifying body.

Wellspring Nurse Source Job ID #38470923. 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. Posted job title: Allied Respiratory Therap - NICU

Wellspring One (formerly Wellspring Nurse Source) is a nurse-owned and operated healthcare staffing company built around one simple belief: clinicians deserve exceptional support. Our team is honored to represent what we believe is the greatest workforce on earth, and we work every day to support our clinicians with the same level of excellence they bring to their patients.

Wellspring One was named one of SIA’s Best Staffing Firms to Work For in 2026, a recognition that reflects our commitment to building a culture where clinicians feel supported, valued, and set up for success. From onboarding and compliance to payroll, career guidance, and on-assignment support, our dedicated Clinician Success Team is with you every step of your travel journey.

We’re not focused on becoming the biggest staffing company. Our goal is to be the best partner you’ll ever work with.

If you’re looking for a team that will advocate for you, support you, and help you find the right opportunities at the best rates, we’d love to be part of your journey.