NICU Respiratory Therapist in Seattle, Washington
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Seattle, WA
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,299/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Sep 5, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $63.86
- Weekly
- $2,299
- Yearly (full-time)
- $119,548
- Contract length
- 18 weeks
This job pays about $63.86/hour — 7% above the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Washington ($59.71/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 Washington right now
- 1,043 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Washington from 7 agencies, 223 of them in Seattle.
- Pay in these listings: $27.44 – $103/hour, median $63.28/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in Washington: $59.71/hour ($124,197/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: Health Advocates Network ($73.00/hour across 162 jobs).
Job description
This respiratory therapy position places you in a Level IV NICU setting, where you'll be responsible for managing neonatal patients while rotating through adult ICU, medical, and surgical floors. The role involves 3 consecutive 12-hour night shifts, offering a unique chance to experience a variety of critical care environments. Your expertise will support specialized neuro diagnostics and respiratory needs, with an emphasis on neonatal intensive care procedures. You’ll work with a team of experienced professionals in a facility famed for its level trauma designation, contributing to complex patient cases that continually challenge your skills and expand your clinical expertise. The assignment is designed for RTs with at least 2 years of relevant experience, including NICU training, and will keep you engaged on a fast-paced, rewarding unit.
Weather:
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- Explore Whidbey Island — A scenic ferry ride leads to charming towns, beaches, and nature reserves.
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Job Specifics:
Location: Seattle, Washington
Shift: 12-hour nights, 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM
Duration: 18 weeks
Weekly Hours: 36 hours
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