NICU Respiratory Therapist in Fort Collins, Colorado
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Fort Collins, CO
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,002/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 27, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $55.61
- Weekly
- $2,002
- Yearly (full-time)
- $104,104
This job pays about $55.61/hour — 15% above the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Colorado ($48.20/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 Colorado right now
- 1,018 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Colorado from 7 agencies, 11 of them in Fort Collins.
- Pay in these listings: $7.66 – $115/hour, median $58.37/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in Colorado: $48.20/hour ($100,256/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: Health Advocates Network ($64.90/hour across 237 jobs).
Job description
Job Description:
This travel assignment is for a Registered Respiratory Therapist supporting NICU and pediatric patients in a respiratory and neurodiagnostics setting. You will work overnight shifts from 6:30 p.m. to 7:00 a.m., providing respiratory therapy to critically ill infants and children while collaborating with the care team. The assignment includes weekend coverage based on unit needs and does not require on-call shifts. Travelers should have at least two years of experience in a Level III NICU and pediatric setting, along with current RRT licensure and required certifications. First-time travelers are welcome when they meet the experience requirements.
Weather:
Fort Collins typically offers crisp, cool conditions around this time of year, with comfortable afternoons, chilly evenings, and plenty of clear days for exploring the outdoors. Dressing in layers is a good way to enjoy the changing temperatures.
Fun Things To Do:
• Downtown outing: Explore Old Town Fort Collins, including local shops, restaurants, and public art.
• Outdoor escape: Walk or bike along the Cache la Poudre River and nearby trails.
• Day trip: Visit Rocky Mountain National Park for mountain scenery, hiking, and wildlife viewing.
• Day trip: Spend a day in Denver exploring museums, restaurants, and entertainment venues.
• Scenic outing: Enjoy the foothills and open spaces around Horsetooth Reservoir.
Job Specifics:
City and State: Fort Collins, Colorado
Shift: 12-hour nights, 6:30 p.m. to 7:00 a.m., 3 shifts per week
Duration: 36 hours per week for 13 weeks
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