Med/Surg RN in Atlanta, Georgia
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Atlanta, GA
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,176/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 5, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $60.44
- Weekly
- $2,176
- Yearly (full-time)
- $113,152
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $60.44/hour — 34% above 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
This 13-week travel assignment places you at the forefront of pediatric Med Surg Float nursing, covering two major campuses in Atlanta, Georgia. You will provide essential bedside support across Pediatric Acute Care units, including CACU, TSU, AFLAC, and CIRU, working 12-hour night shifts every other weekend. This role offers a chance to experience a rewarding mix of patient cases, with a minimum of 2 years' pediatric experience required. Flexibility to float between campuses and work holiday rotations makes this assignment both engaging and varied. Candidates must hold a Georgia or compact state license, BLS and PALS certifications, and meet the hospital’s vaccination and drug screening policies. If you thrive in fast-paced pediatric environments and enjoy a mix of teamwork and independence, this opportunity is for you.
Weather:
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Job Specifics:
Location: Atlanta, Georgia
Shift: 12-hour nights
Duration: 13 weeks, 36 hours per week, including weekend rotations with holiday coverage required
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