NICU Respiratory Therapist in Atlanta, Georgia
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Atlanta, GA
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $1,606/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 15, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $44.61
- Weekly
- $1,606
- Yearly (full-time)
- $83,512
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $44.61/hour — 1% below the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Georgia ($44.98/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 Georgia right now
- 1,478 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Georgia from 6 agencies, 617 of them in Atlanta.
- Pay in these listings: $20.45 – $105/hour, median $51.50/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in Georgia: $44.98/hour ($93,558/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: MAS Medical Staffing ($85.00/hour across 11 jobs).
Job description
Join us in Atlanta, Georgia, for a 13-week travel respiratory therapy contract working 12-hour day shifts. This position offers an engaging chance to apply your skills in a dedicated respiratory care environment, with opportunities to work alongside seasoned professionals in a fast-paced setting. You'll be responsible for providing respiratory therapy and diagnostic services, utilizing your expertise to support patients through specialized treatments. The role is uniquely structured around a schedule that emphasizes holiday coverage, including two major holidays and one minor holiday, making it a rewarding challenge for those eager to make an impact during key moments.
Weather:
Expect generally mild and pleasant weather around this time of year in Atlanta, with warm days and the occasional cool evening. It’s a great climate for outdoor activities and exploring the city’s vibrant scene.
Fun Things To Do:
- Historic sites tour at Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site
- Day trip to the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains
- Visit the Atlanta Botanical Garden
- Explore the Atlanta History Center and its surrounding gardens
- Enjoy a day in nearby Stone Mountain Park with hiking and laser shows
Job Specifics:
Location: Atlanta, Georgia
Shift: 12-hour days
Duration: 13 weeks
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