Internal Traveler - Pediatric Respiratory Therapist; Night Shift

At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together.

Pursue your passion for caring with Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, which is consistently ranked among the best in the United States. The largest of the four Duke Health hospitals with 1062 patient beds, it features comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, including a regional emergency/trauma center, an endo-surgery center, and more.

External Candidates only will be considered (12-Months away from Duke)

Join our compassionate care team as a traveler and help us advance health together at Duke University Hospital.

• Location:
  
  Duke University Hospital

• Shift: Nights; 12-hour shifts

• Schedule:
  
  One, two, or three shifts per week, with every‑other‑weekend coverage required throughout the assignment

• Assignment length: 8, 13, or 26 weeks, with renewal opportunities subject to program limits (26-weeks)

• Compensation: $63 or $65 per hour depending on level (Night shift and Weekend premium eligible)

• Benefits:
  Eligible for limited benefits

Pediatric respiratory care experience is required. NICU, PCICU, and PICU experience is highly preferred.

Provide diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory care to pediatric patients in accordance with physician orders, established protocols, and the Respiratory Care Services scope of practice. You will support night‑shift staffing needs and collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, and other members of the pediatric care team to deliver safe, responsive, family‑centered care.

• Assess pediatric patients and deliver respiratory therapies in accordance with care plans, physician orders, and established protocols.

• Administer oxygen, aerosolized medications, airway‑clearance therapies, and other ordered treatments.

• Initiate and manage invasive and non‑invasive ventilation and monitor each patient's response to therapy.

• Perform airway suctioning, pulse oximetry, arterial blood gas punctures, bedside pulmonary mechanics, CPR, and bag‑mask ventilation.

• Recognize urgent or life‑threatening changes in condition and initiate an appropriate response.

• Support safe transport of pediatric patients within the hospital.

• Verify orders and ensure respiratory equipment and supplies are correctly set up, safe, and ready for use.

• Document care accurately and communicate relevant clinical information during handoffs and throughout the night shift.

• Educate patients and families and collaborate with the interdisciplinary pediatric care team.

• Follow infection‑prevention, safety, compliance, equipment‑care, and quality‑improvement standards.

Completion of a two‑year CoARC‑approved respiratory care program (associate degree or equivalent).

A minimum of one year of experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist. Pediatric respiratory care experience is required for this pediatric‑only assignment.

This opportunity includes two levels based on experience and demonstrated clinical competencies. Candidates will be considered for the appropriate level based on their qualifications.

Current North Carolina respiratory care license and Registered Respiratory Therapist credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications are required. Neonatal…