ICU/CCU/Critical Care RN in Atlanta, Georgia
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Atlanta, GA
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,025/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 3, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $56.25
- Weekly
- $2,025
- Yearly (full-time)
- $105,300
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $56.25/hour — 25% 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
Join a rewarding travel healthcare assignment in Atlanta, GA, as a critical care specialist where your ICU skills will be put to good use. This 13-week contract involves 12-hour day shifts, offering a balance of professional challenge and work-life harmony. You'll engage in hands-on work in a fast-paced ICU setting, requiring at least 18 months of ICU experience, with a cardiac focus preferred. A GA or compact license, along with AHA ACLS and BLS certifications, are essential. NIHSS certification is also required. This role may expand into Emergency Department, Observation, and Medical-Surgical units, providing a varied and engaging experience for seasoned critical care professionals.
Weather:
Atlanta's climate during this time of year is typically mild and pleasant, with warm daytime temperatures and comfortable evenings. It’s ideal for exploring outdoor attractions and enjoying the city’s vibrant scene.
Fun Things To Do:
- Historic Tour of the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site
- Day trip to Stone Mountain Park for outdoor activities and scenic views
- Visit the Atlanta Botanical Garden
- Explore the Georgia Aquarium, one of the largest aquariums in the world
- Enjoy a day trip to the charming town of Marietta and its historic sites
Job Specifics:
Location: Atlanta, GA
Shift: 12-hour days
Duration: 13 weeks (36 hours per week, approximately)
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