NICU Respiratory Therapist in Charlottesville, Virginia
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Charlottesville, VA
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,997/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Sep 5, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $83.25
- Weekly
- $2,997
- Yearly (full-time)
- $155,844
- Contract length
- 26 weeks
This job pays about $83.25/hour — 85% above the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Virginia ($45.00/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 Virginia right now
- 1,018 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Virginia from 6 agencies, 180 of them in Charlottesville.
- Pay in these listings: $20.00 – $196/hour, median $56.58/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in Virginia: $45.00/hour ($93,600/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: MAS Medical Staffing ($130/hour across 33 jobs).
Job description
Join a respected healthcare facility in Charlottesville, VA, as a Respiratory Therapist specializing in NICU and Neuro diagnostics. This contract role offers a unique chance to work in a children’s hospital environment where you will provide critical respiratory support for neonates and neuro patients. Expect to work 12-hour night shifts on a self-scheduling unit that values flexibility, with every other weekend and holiday shifts required. Your responsibilities include managing ventilators, conducting neuro diagnostics, and collaborating with a dedicated team to ensure the highest quality of care in a fast-paced pediatric setting. The position is a great fit for experienced RRTs with Level 4 NICU and Cardiac PICU experience, holding current VA license or eligible for a temporary license, as well as BLS and NRP certifications.
Weather:
The weather around this time of year tends to be mild and comfortable, with crisp mornings and generally clear skies. Temperatures often stay moderate, making it a pleasant time for outdoor activities and exploring the local scenery.
Fun Things To Do:
City Riverside Park and the Historic Downtown Mall for local shopping and dining. Day Trip: Shenandoah National Park for scenic drives and hiking. Day Trip: Skyline Drive for breathtaking views and outdoor adventures. Visit Monticello, Thomas Jefferson’s historic estate. Explore the Virginia Discovery Museum for interactive learning experiences.
Job Specifics:
Location: Charlottesville, VA
Shift: Night 4x12-Hour (19:00 - 07:00)
Duration: 26 weeks
Hours per week: 48 hours
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