Travel Certified Respiratory Therapy - NICU - $3,236 per week

Wellspring Nurse Source is seeking a travel Certified Respiratory Therapy - NICU for a travel job in Charlottesville, Virginia.

• Specialty: Certified Respiratory Therapy - NICU
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 11/23/2026
• Duration: 26 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Respiratory Therapist (RRT-NICU)

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Respiratory Therapist with NICU experience to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing respiratory care to critically ill neonates within a dynamic healthcare environment.

• Deliver high-quality respiratory care to patients in the NICU.


• Utilize advanced therapeutic modalities and technologies to manage and support patients’ respiratory needs.


• Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.


• Participate in self-scheduling under the guidance of the management team, though flexibility with scheduling preferences may be required.

Full-time positions are available, offering either 36 or 48 hours per week. Candidates should be prepared to work every other weekend and must be available for 2 out of the 3 major winter holidays.

• Current RRT certification required.


• BLS and NRP certifications are mandatory.


• Level 4 NICU experience is essential; cardiac PICU experience is preferred.


• ACCS certification is a plus.


• Must possess or be eligible for a Virginia state license; a temporary license can be obtained prior to starting.


• Applicants must hold another state license to qualify for a temporary license.

This position is located within a children's hospital, providing an opportunity to impact the lives of young patients and contribute to their care in a supportive and collaborative setting.

Wellspring Nurse Source Job ID #38731906. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 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.