Emergency Department Registered Nurse Jobs in Georgia
Emergency Department Registered Nurse jobs in Georgia represent one of the most active markets in the Southeast, with consistent demand across Level I and Level II trauma centers, academic medical centers, and large community hospital systems serving the entry-level through senior charge nurse range. Atlanta, Augusta, and Savannah drive the highest volume of openings, with major systems like Grady Health System, Piedmont Healthcare, and WellStar Health System among the most established and ongoing hirers in the state. The most in-demand specialties are trauma nursing, pediatric emergency care, and critical care triage. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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36102 Navicent Health Medical Center: Peach - Emergency Department
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Night shift, 7p- 7a. 3 shifts per week
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$38.20 - $57.30The Emergency Department at Atrium Health Navicent Peach serves as a vital component of this critical access hospital located in Byron, Georgia. We are designated as a Pathway to Excellence Facility by the ANCC for demonstrating a commitment to establishing the foundation of a healthy workplace for staff. The facility features a 14-bed emergency department designed to provide prompt and effective care for a wide range of medical emergencies in the community. Our Emergency Department earned the ENA Lantern award in 2025 for demonstrating exceptional and innovative performance in leadership, practice, education, advocacy and research. Nursing to patient ratios in the emergency department are maintained at either 3:1 or 4:1, ensuring that each nurse is responsible for three to four patients at a time. This allows for attentive, personalized care and facilitates timely responses to patient needs.
We’re Looking For:
- Completion of an accredited or approved program in nursing
- Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which the teammate practices
- Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association
- Emergency Room experience is preferred
What You’ll Do:
- As a skilled and compassionate RN, you will play a pivotal role in providing and coordinating comprehensive patient care through the nursing process to deliver safe, therapeutic care in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures.
- Using evidence-based practice, clinical decision making, compassion, and skills communication while leading efforts to create the safest patient environment and the best patient experience across the continuum.
About This Location:
Atrium Health Navicent Peach has served residents of Peach and the surrounding counties for 60 years, as a designated critical access hospital, Atrium Health Navicent Peach offers a comprehensive range of services designed to meet diverse healthcare needs. The facility features 25 spacious private inpatient rooms, 14 emergency treatment rooms, and an Extended Care Program for rehabilitation and swing-bed services. Modern surgical capabilities include a state-of-the-art orthopedic-sized operating room, dedicated surgical services, and endoscopy suites. Patients also benefit from advanced diagnostic capabilities such as a 64-slice CT scanner, digital mammography, bone density testing, ultrasound services, and access to a mobile MRI unit. Additional amenities include a comfortable sleep study lab, an IV infusion therapy room, and fully equipped physical, occupational, and speech therapy programs.
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About Advocate Health
Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.
The Registered Nurse (RN), a member of Advocate Health Nursing Professional Governance community, provides high- quality, patient-centered care through evidence-based practice, clinical expertise, and compassionate care delivery in an acute care setting. The RN collaborates with interdisciplinary teams, advocates for patient needs, and upholds professional practice standards to promote optimal health outcomes.
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Where Georgia roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Emergency Department Registered Nurse Job Market in Georgia
A snapshot from current Georgia openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Emory Healthcare27

- Piedmont Healthcare12

- Wellstar Health System9

- Northeast Georgia Health System9

- Children's Healthcare of Atlanta9

Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Georgia Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in emergency department registered nurse jobs across Georgia.
- Active Registered Nurse license issued or recognized by the Georgia Board of Nursing
- Current BLS certification required, with ACLS and TNCC strongly preferred
- Minimum one to two years of acute care or emergency department clinical experience
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems, commonly Epic or Meditech
- Demonstrated ability to triage patients using standardized emergency severity protocols
- Strong communication skills for coordinating with interdisciplinary trauma and care teams
Emergency Department Registered Nurse Jobs in Georgia: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a emergency department registered nurse in Georgia?
You become an emergency department registered nurse in Georgia by earning an Associate Degree in Nursing or a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, passing the NCLEX-RN, and obtaining licensure through the Georgia Board of Nursing. Georgia participates in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so nurses licensed in other compact states may practice without a separate Georgia license. Emergency department roles typically also require BLS certification and, for most hospitals, ACLS certification before starting.
How much do emergency department registered nurses make in Georgia?
Emergency department registered 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 emergency department registered nurses in Georgia?
Employers hiring emergency department registered nurses in Georgia right now include Emory Healthcare, Piedmont Healthcare, and Wellstar Health System, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Georgia's large integrated health systems, including those with trauma-designated facilities in the Atlanta metro and along the I-20 corridor, are among the most consistent sources of emergency nursing openings statewide.
Which Georgia cities have the most emergency department registered nurse jobs?
The Georgia cities with the most emergency department registered nurse openings are Atlanta, Macon, and Gainesville. Atlanta anchors the bulk of postings due to the concentration of Level I trauma centers, academic medical institutions, and large regional health systems, while Augusta's medical corridor and Savannah's growing coastal hospital network drive demand in those markets.
Are there remote emergency department registered nurse jobs in Georgia?
Yes, but they're rare. Emergency department nursing is a hands-on, high-acuity bedside role, so the work is almost entirely on-site by nature. About 0% of emergency department registered nurse openings tied to Georgia are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those positions are typically limited to adjacent functions like tele-triage, case management support, or ED nurse educator roles that carry some administrative component.
How can I get hired as a emergency department registered nurse in Georgia with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through a new graduate nurse residency program offered by major Georgia health systems such as Grady Health System, Piedmont Healthcare, or WellStar Health System, several of which include emergency department rotations. Candidates with experience in medical-surgical, step-down, or critical care units are frequently considered for lateral moves into the ED. Holding a current ACLS certification and TNCC credential alongside your Georgia Board of Nursing license gives a new or transitioning applicant a meaningful edge in the screening process.
Where can I find and apply to emergency department registered nurse jobs in Georgia?
You can find and apply to emergency department registered nurse jobs in Georgia on Migrate Mate, which lists current Georgia openings across health systems, community hospitals, and specialty facilities. Find roles that fit your experience and credentials and apply directly to the ones that match.
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