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
This travel healthcare contract offers a unique opportunity to work in the emergency department handling border patients within your specialty at Emory Decatur. You will be scheduled for 12-hour night shifts over a 13-week period, with an hourly commitment of 36 hours per week. The role involves floating between Emory Decatur and Emory Hillandale as needed, primarily based at Decatur, with all shift assignments communicated in advance, including time off. This assignment is designed for professionals who thrive in a fast-paced ED setting and enjoy the flexibility of floating within a defined geographic area.
Weather:
Typical weather around this time of year features warm days with plenty of sunshine, mild evenings, and occasional brief showers. The climate offers a comfortable balance, making outdoor activities and exploring the local area enjoyable during free time.
Fun Things To Do:
- City Exploration: Visit local historical sites and enjoy southern cuisine in the downtown area.
- Stone Mountain Park: Enjoy hiking, a cable car ride to the summit, and outdoor concerts.
- Day Trip to Atlanta: Explore the Georgia Aquarium, World of Coca-Cola, and the Atlanta Botanical Garden.
- Nature Escape: Take a scenic drive to nearby Chattahoochee National Forest and enjoy a day of hiking and picnicking.
- Cultural Attractions: Tour local museums and art galleries showcasing regional history and contemporary art.
Job Specifics:
Location: Decatur, Georgia
Shift: 12-hour nights
Duration: 13 weeks
Hours per Week: 36
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