ICU Registered Nurse Jobs in Georgia
ICU Registered Nurse jobs in Georgia are among the most actively hired positions in the state's healthcare sector, with demand concentrated in hospital systems, trauma centers, and academic medical institutions at every level from new graduate to seasoned charge nurse. The heaviest hiring is in Atlanta, Augusta, and Savannah, where systems like Emory Healthcare, WellStar Health System, and Augusta University Health maintain large critical care departments. The most in-demand specialties are cardiac ICU, surgical ICU, and neuro-ICU nursing. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 30, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Medical ICU position at a Level 1 Trauma teaching hospital, requiring 2+ years of ICU experience and a GA or compact RN license.
Details
- Medical ICU unit with 14 beds and a census of 14
- Patient population includes respiratory failure, renal failure, sepsis, GI bleed, DKA, stroke, pneumonia, cancer, ARDS, and overdose cases
- Care for chronic ventilator and chronic trach patients, as well as hemodynamically unstable patients requiring invasive monitoring
- RN to patient ratio of 1:1-2, occasionally 1:3
- CNA support available 1-2 per shift
- EPIC EMR used
- 12-hour day shifts (7A-7P), 36 hours per week
- Weekend rotation of 6 shifts on a 6-week schedule
- Floating required to all adult ICU units and PCU
- No on-call or call-back requirements
Requirements
- Active RN license (GA or Compact) required
- BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certification required
- CCRN certification preferred but not required
- Minimum 2 years of ICU RN experience required
- Minimum 12 months of core experience in unit specialty, with most recent experience within the last year
- Experience with EPIC EMR preferred
- Skills required include trach care, chest tube management, PIV starts, insulin and heparin drip titration, and management of vasoactive medications
- Experience monitoring and managing invasive lines such as arterial lines, central venous lines, and ICP monitoring
- Experience assisting with bedside procedures including chest tube placement, tracheostomy, and PEG tube placement
- Experience managing ventilator-supported patients
- 1 professional reference required, dated within the last year, from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN
- Last 4 digits of SSN and full DOB required for consideration
Additional Information
- Work at a 637-bed Level 1 Trauma teaching hospital with Chest Pain Center and Stroke Center designations
- 24/7 support from RT, Hospitalist, and Intensivist teams
- Unit staffed with CNAs, unit secretaries, resource/discharge nurses, and a PICC team
- Charge nurse may also carry a patient assignment
- Central Telemetry Unit monitors telemetry patients
- Equipment includes Alaris IV pumps, Pyxis medication dispensing, Phillips monitors, TABLO, Belmont Rapid Infuser, and cooling/heating devices
- Orientation includes 1 day of facility orientation and 2 days of departmental orientation
- Travelers required to work 75% of holidays
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply
- Local candidates accepted with no radius rule for GA facilities
- Returning employees must be separated from any AHSE facility for at least 1 year after working a permanent position
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 30, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Medical ICU position at a Level 1 Trauma teaching hospital, requiring 2+ years of ICU experience and a GA or compact RN license.
Details
- Medical ICU unit with 14 beds and a census of 14
- Patient population includes respiratory failure, renal failure, sepsis, GI bleed, DKA, stroke, pneumonia, cancer, ARDS, and overdose cases
- Care for chronic ventilator and chronic trach patients, as well as hemodynamically unstable patients requiring invasive monitoring
- RN to patient ratio of 1:1-2, occasionally 1:3
- CNA support available 1-2 per shift
- EPIC EMR used
- 12-hour day shifts (7A-7P), 36 hours per week
- Weekend rotation of 6 shifts on a 6-week schedule
- Floating required to all adult ICU units and PCU
- No on-call or call-back requirements
Requirements
- Active RN license (GA or Compact) required
- BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certification required
- CCRN certification preferred but not required
- Minimum 2 years of ICU RN experience required
- Minimum 12 months of core experience in unit specialty, with most recent experience within the last year
- Experience with EPIC EMR preferred
- Skills required include trach care, chest tube management, PIV starts, insulin and heparin drip titration, and management of vasoactive medications
- Experience monitoring and managing invasive lines such as arterial lines, central venous lines, and ICP monitoring
- Experience assisting with bedside procedures including chest tube placement, tracheostomy, and PEG tube placement
- Experience managing ventilator-supported patients
- 1 professional reference required, dated within the last year, from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN
- Last 4 digits of SSN and full DOB required for consideration
Additional Information
- Work at a 637-bed Level 1 Trauma teaching hospital with Chest Pain Center and Stroke Center designations
- 24/7 support from RT, Hospitalist, and Intensivist teams
- Unit staffed with CNAs, unit secretaries, resource/discharge nurses, and a PICC team
- Charge nurse may also carry a patient assignment
- Central Telemetry Unit monitors telemetry patients
- Equipment includes Alaris IV pumps, Pyxis medication dispensing, Phillips monitors, TABLO, Belmont Rapid Infuser, and cooling/heating devices
- Orientation includes 1 day of facility orientation and 2 days of departmental orientation
- Travelers required to work 75% of holidays
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply
- Local candidates accepted with no radius rule for GA facilities
- Returning employees must be separated from any AHSE facility for at least 1 year after working a permanent position
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Where Georgia roles are concentrated, by current openings.
ICU Registered Nurse Job Market in Georgia
A snapshot from current Georgia openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Piedmont Healthcare17
- American Traveler15
- Wellstar Health System12
- Northside Hospital9
- Atrium Health7
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Georgia Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in ICU registered nurse jobs across Georgia.
- Active Georgia RN license issued by the Georgia Board of Nursing or a compact license
- Current ACLS and BLS certification required by most Georgia hospital employers
- Minimum one to two years of experience in an acute care or critical care setting
- Proficiency with mechanical ventilation, hemodynamic monitoring, and vasoactive drips
- Familiarity with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Meditech
- BSN preferred or required by many Georgia Magnet-designated hospital systems
ICU Registered Nurse Jobs in Georgia: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a icu registered nurse in Georgia?
You become an icu registered nurse in Georgia by first earning an associate or bachelor's degree in nursing, passing the NCLEX-RN exam, and obtaining licensure through the Georgia Board of Nursing. Georgia is a Nurse Licensure Compact state, so nurses licensed in other compact states may practice without a separate Georgia license. From there, most ICU positions require completing a critical care orientation program, and many hospitals require or strongly prefer a BSN for critical care roles.
How much do ICU registered nurses make in Georgia?
ICU 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 icu registered nurses in Georgia?
Employers hiring icu registered nurses in Georgia right now include Piedmont Healthcare, American Traveler, and Wellstar Health System, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Georgia's large integrated health systems and academic medical centers drive the most consistent ICU hiring across the state.
Which Georgia cities have the most icu registered nurse jobs?
Atlanta, Rome, and Macon have the most icu registered nurse openings in Georgia. Atlanta accounts for the largest share because of its concentration of major health systems and Level I trauma centers, while Augusta and Savannah are driven by academic medical institutions and regional hospital campuses that serve substantial surrounding populations.
Are there remote icu registered nurse jobs in Georgia?
Yes, but they're rare. ICU nursing is inherently hands-on bedside care, so the vast majority of positions require on-site presence. About 0% of icu registered nurse openings tied to Georgia are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those roles are typically in tele-ICU monitoring, case management, or clinical documentation review rather than direct patient care.
How can I get hired as a icu registered nurse in Georgia with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through a new graduate nurse residency program. Emory Healthcare, WellStar Health System, and Piedmont Healthcare all run structured residency or critical care fellowship programs for nurses without ICU experience. Starting in a step-down, progressive care, or telemetry unit at a Georgia hospital is also a recognized route into the ICU, and holding a CCRN-eligibility track, completing ACLS certification, and obtaining your BSN will meaningfully strengthen your application.
Where can I find and apply to icu registered nurse jobs in Georgia?
You can find and apply to icu registered nurse jobs in Georgia on Migrate Mate, which lists current Georgia openings across hospitals, health systems, and specialty care facilities. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience and credentials, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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