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AMN Healthcare Allied

Registered Respiratory Therapist - Neonatal Intensive Care - (RRT - NICU)

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What they do

A Respiratory Therapist assists patients who have trouble breathing because of a chronic respiratory illness, trauma, or other conditions. Administers tests to diagnose breathing problems, performs treatments to help patients breathe easier, or sets up breathing equipment such as ventilators. Works closely with physicians and other healthcare workers, and may also assist in providing emergency care to patients suffering from heart attacks, drowning, or shock. Works in hospitals; may also provide care and counseling to patients in their homes.

$78,237 / year median in Virginia

+14% projected growth

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Job Description & Requirements Registered Respiratory Therapist
  • Neonatal Intensive Care
  • (RRT
  • NICU)
StartDate:
10/4/2026
Available Shifts:
12
N Pay Rate:
$2058.00
  • $2121.
00 Travel Respiratory Therapist jobs in Newport News, VA let you provide respiratory care for patients in ICU, ED, medical-surgical, and NICU settings. You will assess, treat, and monitor patients with respiratory disorders, collaborate with the healthcare team, and document care accurately. Required qualifications include a valid Virginia respiratory therapist license, recent experience in acute care, and certifications such as ACLS and BLS; NICU experience and PALS or NRP are helpful but not required. Newport News, VA offers affordable living, diverse neighborhoods, outdoor activities like boating and cycling, and entertainment at City Center at Oyster Point. With AMN Healthcare, you receive excellent compensation, exclusive discounts, dedicated recruiters, and support from the AMN Passport app, all backed by the high ethical standards of a publicly traded company. Apply now to join this Travel Respiratory Therapist assignment in
Newport News, VA Required Qualifications Registered Respiratory Therapist, NICU Licenses:
RT-VA SSN
Required DOB Required References:
1 Reference in entire work history Facility Location Located in the Hampton Roads metropolitan area of Virginia, Newport News is truly an aquatic city, surrounded on almost all sides by bodies of water, including the Atlantic Ocean and the James River. Fans of aquatic sports then will find themselves with no shortage of recreational activities, from sailing to canoeing, fishing and swimming. The city's historic downtown is renowned for its preserved historic architecture and landmarks, including the Newport News Victory Arch. History buffs will want to check out the Mariner's Museum and the Virginia War Museum, both of which are well known for their collections. The Peninsula Fine Arts Center is a great option for the creative-minded, containing a rotating gallery of regional and national exhibits. Job Benefits Allied travel assignments are typically for 13 weeks and offer generous packages that include: Competitive pay rates Medical, Dental, Vision 401(k) and Flex Spending Life Insurance Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage Free Continuing Education Competitive Housing Deal Refer a friend and earn extra cash! About the Company At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable. registered respiratory therapist, respiratory therapist, respiratory, RRT, respiratory care, allied health, allied, healthcare, health care, patient care, neonatal intensive care, NICU
RRT, NICU
respiratory therapist, respiratory therapy

Benefits

  • 401(k) Plans
  • Professional Development
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance