Contract Nurse RN Jobs in Georgia

Contract Nurse RN jobs in Georgia are in strong and consistent demand, concentrated in acute care hospitals, behavioral health systems, and outpatient surgery centers, with openings for new graduates through experienced travel and per-diem nurses alike. The heaviest hiring activity is in Atlanta, Augusta, and Savannah, where employers like Emory Healthcare, WellStar Health System, and Augusta University Health operate large clinical networks. The most in-demand specialties in Georgia right now are ICU, labor and delivery, and emergency nursing. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles33
Top employerHealthTrust Workforce Solutions
Top citySavannah, GA
Cities hiring11
Work type100% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Registered Nurse (RN) | Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) - Contract - Nights
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Registered Nurse (RN) | Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) - Contract - Nights
HealthTrust Workforce Solutions
Savannah, Georgia
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$49.6 - $58.4/hr
1,001-5,000

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Registered Nurse (RN) | Obstetrics & Gynecology (OB/GYN) - Contract - Days
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Registered Nurse (RN) | Obstetrics & Gynecology (OB/GYN) - Contract - Days
HealthTrust Workforce Solutions
Dublin, Georgia
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$49.6 - $58.4/hr
1,001-5,000

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Registered Nurse (RN) | Operating Room (OR) - Contract - Days
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Registered Nurse (RN) | Operating Room (OR) - Contract - Days
HealthTrust Workforce Solutions
Savannah, Georgia
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$49.6 - $58.4/hr
1,001-5,000

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Registered Nurse (RN) | Emergency Department (ER) - Contract - Evenings
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Registered Nurse (RN) | Emergency Department (ER) - Contract - Evenings
HealthTrust Workforce Solutions
Dublin, Georgia
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$46.5 - $54.75/hr
1,001-5,000

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RN-Acute Care Float/ Med Surg Travel Contract Nights Augusta Georgia
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RN-Acute Care Float/ Med Surg Travel Contract Nights Augusta Georgia
Pro Med HealthCare Services
Fort Gordon, Georgia
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
BLS Certification
501-1,000

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Contract Nurse RN Jobs by City in Georgia

Where Georgia roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Savannah
10 jobs
Augusta
7 jobs
Dublin
5 jobs
Rome
3 jobs
Brunswick
2 jobs
Cordele
1 job
Columbus
1 job
Waycross
1 job
Dahlonega
1 job

Contract Nurse RN Job Market in Georgia

A snapshot from current Georgia openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • HealthTrust Workforce Solutions22
  • AdventHealth Redmond3
  • Pro Med HealthCare Services2
  • Southeast Georgia Health System2
  • Freedom Care1

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Georgia Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in contract nurse RN jobs across Georgia.

  • Active Georgia RN license or compact license recognized by the Georgia Board of Nursing
  • Associate or Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from an accredited program
  • Current BLS certification required, ACLS or PALS required for critical care settings
  • Minimum one year of recent acute care clinical experience in a hospital setting
  • Ability to meet Georgia hospital credentialing and background check requirements
  • Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Meditech

Contract Nurse RN Jobs in Georgia: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a contract nurse rn in Georgia?

You earn a contract nurse rn role in Georgia by first obtaining an active RN license through the Georgia Board of Nursing, which requires completing an accredited nursing program and passing the NCLEX-RN exam. Once licensed, contract positions are typically available through hospital staffing offices or direct applications to health systems. Georgia also participates in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so nurses licensed in other compact states can work in Georgia without applying for a separate license.

How much do contract nurse RNs make in Georgia?

Contract nurse RNs 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 contract nurse rns in Georgia?

Employers hiring contract nurse rns in Georgia right now include HealthTrust Workforce Solutions, AdventHealth Redmond, and Pro Med HealthCare Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Georgia's large integrated health systems and regional medical centers are consistently among the most active, particularly for ICU, emergency, and surgical unit contracts.

Which Georgia cities have the most contract nurse rn jobs?

Savannah, Augusta, and Dublin have the most contract nurse rn openings in Georgia. Atlanta drives the largest share of demand as home to major academic medical centers and multi-hospital systems like Emory and WellStar, while Augusta and Savannah see consistent openings tied to their regional medical centers and military-affiliated healthcare facilities serving surrounding communities.

Are there remote contract nurse rn jobs in Georgia?

Yes, but they're rare. Nursing is a hands-on clinical role and the vast majority of contract nurse rn positions require in-person patient care. About 0% of contract nurse rn openings tied to Georgia are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those roles are almost exclusively in utilization review, care coordination, or telephonic case management rather than direct bedside care.

How can I get hired as a contract nurse rn in Georgia with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying directly to new graduate nurse residency programs, which Emory Healthcare, WellStar Health System, and Piedmont Healthcare all run in Georgia for nurses with little or no professional experience. These structured programs place new graduates in clinical units with mentorship for several months before independent practice. Candidates who hold an active Georgia RN license, completed a clinical rotation in an acute care setting, and have BLS certification will have the strongest applications for these entry-level contract and residency roles.

Where can I find and apply to contract nurse rn jobs in Georgia?

You can find and apply to contract nurse rn jobs in Georgia on Migrate Mate, which lists current Georgia openings across hospitals, health systems, and clinical settings. Find roles that fit your specialty, experience level, and preferred location, then apply directly to the positions that match.

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