NICU Respiratory Therapist in Denver, Colorado
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Denver, CO
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $1,703/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Aug 31, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $47.31
- Weekly
- $1,703
- Yearly (full-time)
- $88,556
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $47.31/hour — 2% below the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Colorado ($48.20/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 Colorado right now
- 1,016 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Colorado from 7 agencies, 183 of them in Denver.
- Pay in these listings: $7.66 – $86.89/hour, median $57.11/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in Colorado: $48.20/hour ($100,256/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: Health Advocates Network ($64.00/hour across 249 jobs).
Job description
Join our team as a travel respiratory therapist in Denver for a 13-week contract working in the NICU. This role offers an exciting opportunity to support critically ill newborns with advanced respiratory care, including ventilator management and airway support, using state-of-the-art equipment such as G5, Servo, Avea, HFOV, Jet, and V60/V30. You’ll work 12-hour daytime shifts, collaborating closely with experienced staff in a fast-paced environment that challenges your skills and enhances your expertise. Gear up for a role that combines hands-on technical work with meaningful patient interactions, all while experiencing Denver's vibrant culture.
Weather:
Expect generally mild and pleasant weather around this time of year, with warm days and cool evenings. Denver’s climate offers plenty of sunshine, making it ideal for outdoor activities after your shift.
Fun Things To Do:
- Local Art Walks: Explore Denver's thriving art scene in the RiNo District.
- Mount Evans Scenic Byway: Take a day trip to one of Colorado's highest paved roads for breathtaking mountain views.
- Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre: Experience a concert surrounded by natural acoustics and stunning scenery.
- Garden of the Gods: Enjoy a day trip to this iconic park featuring towering red rock formations.
- Denver Botanical Gardens: Relax and unwind amid beautiful horticultural displays in the city.
Job Specifics:
Location: Denver, Colorado
Shift: 12-hour days
Duration: 13 weeks, approximately 36 hours per week
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