Med/Surg RN in Decatur, Georgia
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Decatur, GA
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $1,872/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Aug 7, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $52.00
- Weekly
- $1,872
- Yearly (full-time)
- $97,344
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $52.00/hour — 16% 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, 46 of them in Decatur.
- 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 team of travel healthcare professionals as a nurse working 12-hour night shifts for a 13-week contract at Emory Decatur. In this role, you'll handle ED border patients within your specialty and occasionally float between Emory Decatur and Emory Hillandale based on the daily needs. Your responsibilities focus on providing specialized support, with all your time off scheduled in advance. The assignment offers a unique opportunity to experience hospital life in a bustling metropolitan setting, with a focus on acute care and emergency support during nighttime hours.
Weather:
Expect generally mild weather around this time of year, with warm days and cooler evenings. Humidity levels are comfortable, creating ideal conditions for outdoor activities and exploring the city and nearby areas.
Fun Things To Do:
- Visiting the Atlanta Botanical Garden: Explore lush plant exhibits and beautiful landscapes.
- Day trip to Stone Mountain Park: Hike scenic trails, view the laser show, or explore the historic carvings.
- Georgia Aquarium: Discover marine life in one of the largest aquariums in the world.
- Tour of the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site: Engage with history at the birthplace and memorials.
- Day trip to Savannah: Enjoy charming historic districts, riverfront parks, and renowned dining.
Job Specifics:
Location: Decatur, Georgia
Shift: 12-hour nights
Duration: 13 weeks
Hours per week: 36
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