NICU Respiratory Therapist in Austin, Texas
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Austin, TX
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $1,695/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 28, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $47.08
- Weekly
- $1,695
- Yearly (full-time)
- $88,140
This job pays about $47.08/hour — 2% above 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
- 2,022 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Texas from 6 agencies, 151 of them in Austin.
- Pay in these listings: $29.76 – $163/hour, median $47.08/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in Texas: $46.14/hour ($95,971/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: Health Advocates Network ($55.23/hour across 520 jobs).
Job description
Join a 13-week travel assignment as a Registered Respiratory Therapist in Austin, Texas. You will provide respiratory therapy services across adult and pediatric populations, including nebulizer treatments, oxygen support, and ventilator management. The schedule is primarily 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. with rotating weekends, no call, and a consistent 36-hour weekly commitment. ACLS, BLS, NRP, and PALS certifications are required. This overnight assignment offers the chance to support patients when the city is winding down—your shift may be quiet, but your expertise remains essential.
Weather:
Austin typically offers comfortable conditions around this time of year, with mild daytime temperatures, plenty of sunshine, and cooler evenings. It is generally a pleasant season for exploring the city, enjoying outdoor dining, and taking short trips beyond the metro area.
Fun Things To Do:
• Live Music: Discover Austin’s renowned live music venues and performances throughout the city.
• Outdoor Recreation: Walk, bike, or relax along the trails and green spaces near Lady Bird Lake.
• Day Trip: Visit the Texas Hill Country for scenic drives, small towns, and outdoor activities.
• Day Trip: Explore San Antonio’s historic sites, riverfront attractions, and local dining.
• Local Flavor: Enjoy Austin’s food trucks, barbecue, cafés, and eclectic neighborhoods.
Job Specifics:
City and State: Austin, Texas
Shift: 12-hour nights, 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.; rotating weekends; no call
Duration: 36 hours per week for 13 weeks
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