NICU Respiratory Therapist in Austin, Texas
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Austin, TX
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $1,568/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 27, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $43.56
- Weekly
- $1,568
- Yearly (full-time)
- $81,536
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $43.56/hour — 6% below the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Texas ($46.14/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.
Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 36 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Texas right now
- 2,092 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Texas from 6 agencies, 158 of them in Austin.
- Pay in these listings: $29.76 – $163/hour, median $47.83/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in Texas: $46.14/hour ($95,971/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: Health Advocates Network ($54.13/hour across 554 jobs).
Job description
Join a 13-week travel healthcare contract in Austin as a Registered Respiratory Therapist. This assignment requires RRT and TMB credentials, along with neonatal or pediatric intensive care experience. Working 12-hour night shifts, you will support specialized respiratory care for neonatal and pediatric patients while becoming part of a focused hospital-based team. With three 12-hour shifts per week, this contract offers a consistent schedule and plenty of time to explore the area between shifts—night owls welcome.
Weather:
Austin typically offers mild, comfortable weather around this time of year, with generally pleasant afternoons, cooler evenings, and occasional rain. It is a favorable season for enjoying outdoor activities and exploring the city.
Fun Things To Do:
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Live Music: Explore Austin’s well-known live music venues and local performances.
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Outdoor Adventure: Visit Zilker Metropolitan Park and enjoy trails, green space, and recreational activities.
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Local Culture: Tour the Texas State Capitol and explore downtown Austin.
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Day Trip—San Antonio: Spend the day visiting the River Walk, historic sites, and local attractions.
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Day Trip—Fredericksburg: Enjoy the Hill Country scenery, shops, galleries, and nearby wineries.
Job Specifics:
Location: Austin, Texas
Shift: 12-hour nights
Duration: 13 weeks
Hours: 36 hours per week
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