Clinical Nurse Jobs in Georgia
Clinical Nurse jobs in Georgia are among the most actively posted healthcare roles in the state, concentrated in acute care hospitals, outpatient clinics, and long-term care facilities across Atlanta, Augusta, and Savannah. Large systems with deep Georgia roots like Emory Healthcare, WellStar Health System, and Augusta University Health consistently post clinical nurse openings at every experience level, from new graduates to seasoned charge nurses. Medical-surgical, emergency department, and critical care are the specialties seeing the steadiest demand. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Children’s is one of the nation’s leading children’s hospitals. No matter the role, every member of our team is an essential part of our mission to make kids better today and healthier tomorrow. We’re committed to putting you first, and that commitment is at the heart of our company culture: People first. Children always. Find your next career opportunity and make a difference doing what you love at Children’s.
Job Description
Experience
- 12 months RN experience required
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing
- 1 year of experience
Education
- Graduation from accredited school of nursing
Certification Summary
- Licensure as a Registered Nurse in the single State of Georgia or Multi-State through the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact
- Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of employment
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) within 1 year of employment as required by department
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- No minimally required knowledge, skills, or abilities
Job Responsibilities
Practice (Caring for the Patient)
- Performs nursing process across the continuum to deliver age and developmentally appropriate patient-family-centered care.
- Integrates values and language preferences into healthcare delivery through a culturally sensitive process.
- Utilizes clinical decision support tools and resources to recognize issues, prioritize care, and modify plan of care as needed.
- Utilizes appropriate documentation tools to record, measure, and retrieve healthcare data.
- Provides patient and family education appropriate for identified learning needs.
- Utilizes resources to plan and provide nursing care that is safe, effective, and financially responsible.
Development (Fostering Clinical Knowledge)
- Participates in lifelong learning to maintain knowledge and competence that reflects current nursing practice.
- Incorporates new knowledge into nursing practice to support desired outcomes.
- Maintains professional records that provide evidence of competence and learning.
- Self-evaluates professional practice in relation to performance, development, resiliency, and goals.
- Takes action to achieve goals identified during performance review, resulting in change in practice and role performance.
Engagement (Engaging and Leading Professionally)
- Provides oversight for nursing care given by unlicensed personnel while retaining accountability for patient care quality.
- Engages in ethical practices utilizing principles from The Code of Ethics for Nurses.
- Maintains therapeutic and professional relationships with appropriate role boundaries.
- Contributes to a supportive and healthy work environment.
- Consults, contributes to, and coordinates care with interdisciplinary healthcare team members.
- Demonstrates investment in others through teaching/coaching/helper roles.
- Demonstrates support of shared leadership through awareness of initiatives and providing input.
Outcomes (Driving Excellent Results)
- Integrates evidence and research findings into clinical judgement and nursing practice.
- Participates in monitoring activities within work environment to maintain a culture of safety.
- Identifies and communicates hazards and errors.
- Participates in quality and process improvement activities to improve patient outcome and workflows.
- Ensures equipment is in working order to provide safe patient care.
- Demonstrates commitment and flexibility through times of change.
Professional Mandatory Requirements
- Completes orientation and Initial Assessment of Competency successfully by determined due date.
- Completes mandatory education and annual competency assessment requirements as defined by unit and system by due date.
- 75% attendance at staff meetings, if applicable.
Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic covered by applicable law.
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Note: If you are CURRENTLY employed at Children's and/or have an active badge or network access, STOP here. Submit your application via Workday using the Career App (Find Jobs).
Work Shift
VariableWork Day(s)
VariableShift Start Time
VariableShift End Time
Worker Sub-Type
Children’s is one of the nation’s leading children’s hospitals. No matter the role, every member of our team is an essential part of our mission to make kids better today and healthier tomorrow. We’re committed to putting you first, and that commitment is at the heart of our company culture: People first. Children always. Find your next career opportunity and make a difference doing what you love at Children’s.
Job Description
Experience
- 12 months RN experience required
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing
- 1 year of experience
Education
- Graduation from accredited school of nursing
Certification Summary
- Licensure as a Registered Nurse in the single State of Georgia or Multi-State through the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact
- Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of employment
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) within 1 year of employment as required by department
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- No minimally required knowledge, skills, or abilities
Job Responsibilities
Practice (Caring for the Patient)
- Performs nursing process across the continuum to deliver age and developmentally appropriate patient-family-centered care.
- Integrates values and language preferences into healthcare delivery through a culturally sensitive process.
- Utilizes clinical decision support tools and resources to recognize issues, prioritize care, and modify plan of care as needed.
- Utilizes appropriate documentation tools to record, measure, and retrieve healthcare data.
- Provides patient and family education appropriate for identified learning needs.
- Utilizes resources to plan and provide nursing care that is safe, effective, and financially responsible.
Development (Fostering Clinical Knowledge)
- Participates in lifelong learning to maintain knowledge and competence that reflects current nursing practice.
- Incorporates new knowledge into nursing practice to support desired outcomes.
- Maintains professional records that provide evidence of competence and learning.
- Self-evaluates professional practice in relation to performance, development, resiliency, and goals.
- Takes action to achieve goals identified during performance review, resulting in change in practice and role performance.
Engagement (Engaging and Leading Professionally)
- Provides oversight for nursing care given by unlicensed personnel while retaining accountability for patient care quality.
- Engages in ethical practices utilizing principles from The Code of Ethics for Nurses.
- Maintains therapeutic and professional relationships with appropriate role boundaries.
- Contributes to a supportive and healthy work environment.
- Consults, contributes to, and coordinates care with interdisciplinary healthcare team members.
- Demonstrates investment in others through teaching/coaching/helper roles.
- Demonstrates support of shared leadership through awareness of initiatives and providing input.
Outcomes (Driving Excellent Results)
- Integrates evidence and research findings into clinical judgement and nursing practice.
- Participates in monitoring activities within work environment to maintain a culture of safety.
- Identifies and communicates hazards and errors.
- Participates in quality and process improvement activities to improve patient outcome and workflows.
- Ensures equipment is in working order to provide safe patient care.
- Demonstrates commitment and flexibility through times of change.
Professional Mandatory Requirements
- Completes orientation and Initial Assessment of Competency successfully by determined due date.
- Completes mandatory education and annual competency assessment requirements as defined by unit and system by due date.
- 75% attendance at staff meetings, if applicable.
Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic covered by applicable law.
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Clinical Nurse Job Market in Georgia
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What Georgia Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in clinical nurse jobs across Georgia.
- Active Georgia Registered Nurse license issued by the Georgia Board of Nursing
- Current BLS certification required and ACLS preferred for acute care settings
- Associate or bachelor's degree in nursing from an accredited program
- Minimum one to two years of clinical experience in a hospital or outpatient setting
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Meditech
- Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate within multidisciplinary care teams
Clinical Nurse Jobs in Georgia: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a clinical nurse in Georgia?
To become a clinical nurse in Georgia, you must hold an active Registered Nurse license issued by the Georgia Board of Nursing. Candidates complete an accredited associate or bachelor's degree in nursing, then pass the NCLEX-RN examination. Once licensed, most Georgia employers expect clinical experience in a hospital, outpatient clinic, or long-term care facility, and specialty certifications such as ACLS strengthen your application.
How much do clinical nurses make in Georgia?
Clinical nurses in Georgia earn a median of about $93,550 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $68,920 for the lowest 10% to over $128,640 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire clinical nurses in Georgia?
Georgia clinical nurse roles are posted by Fresenius Medical Care, Atrium Health, and Tanner Health and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Georgia's large integrated health systems and academic medical centers are the most consistent sources of full-time clinical nurse openings.
Which Georgia cities have the most clinical nurse jobs?
Atlanta, Macon, and Marietta have the most clinical nurse openings in Georgia. Atlanta dominates due to the concentration of major hospital systems, academic medical centers, and specialty clinics in the metro, while Augusta and Savannah are anchored by institutions like Augusta University Health and Savannah's St. Joseph's/Candler Health System, which drive steady regional demand.
Are there remote clinical nurse jobs in Georgia?
Yes, but they're rare. Clinical nursing is a hands-on, patient-facing role, so most positions require on-site presence in a hospital, clinic, or care facility. About 25% of clinical nurse openings tied to Georgia are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those that do exist tend to involve telephonic triage, case management, or utilization review functions.
How can I get hired as a clinical nurse in Georgia with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to new-graduate residency programs, which major Georgia systems like Emory Healthcare and WellStar Health System run specifically for nurses finishing their first year of licensure. These structured programs place candidates in acute care units with mentorship built in. Candidates coming from CNA, patient care technician, or medical assistant roles also convert well into entry-level clinical nurse positions, especially with an active Georgia RN license and BLS certification already in hand.
Where can I find and apply to clinical nurse jobs in Georgia?
You can find and apply to clinical nurse jobs in Georgia on Migrate Mate, which lists current Georgia openings from employers hiring now. Search the listings, find roles that match your experience and location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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