ER Respiratory Therapist in Michigan City, Indiana
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Michigan City, IN
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $1,707/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 15, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $47.42
- Weekly
- $1,707
- Yearly (full-time)
- $88,764
- Contract length
- 12 weeks
This job pays about $47.42/hour — 18% above the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Indiana ($40.14/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 Indiana right now
- 725 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Indiana from 5 agencies, 6 of them in Michigan City.
- Pay in these listings: $36.38 – $95.30/hour, median $55.00/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in Indiana: $40.14/hour ($83,491/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: Care Team Solutions ($62.44/hour across 45 jobs).
Job description
Join a rewarding assignment as a Respiratory Therapist at Franciscan Health Michigan City, working in the Respiratory Care unit. This 12-week contract offers a chance to work a 12-hour day shift, providing essential respiratory support across multiple hospital units, including ICU, ED, and general floors. You'll be independently managing a diverse patient population with a variety of equipment such as PB 980, V60, Airvo, and Aerogen, utilizing the EPIC electronic medical record system. Your skills in ICU and ER settings will shine here, and you'll enjoy working with a team that appreciates a laid-back personality and the ability to connect with various team members.
Weather:
Typically, the weather around this time of year features pleasant days with mild to warm temperatures, making outdoor activities enjoyable. Occasional rain showers may appear, bringing a refreshing break from the sunshine.
Fun Things To Do:
- City Tours: Explore historic downtown Michigan City with local shops and cafes.
- Beach Day: Relax or swim at Indiana Dunes State Park's sandy shores.
- Day Trip to Chicago: Enjoy the city’s museums, Millennium Park, and Navy Pier.
- Kettle Moraine Scenic Drive: Discover scenic landscapes during a day trip to nearby Wisconsin.
- Bike Trails: Glide along the Lake Michigan shoreline on well-maintained biking paths.
Job Specifics:
Location: Michigan City, Indiana
Shift: 12-hour days
Duration: 12 weeks, 36 hours per week
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