Registered Nurse - Surgery Trauma - Full-time day

Grady Health System; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Financial Security

Work-Life Balance

Career Growth

Employee Support

Job summary

Grady Health System is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide age-appropriate, culturally sensitive care in a high‑quality environment in Atlanta. You will educate patients and families, coordinate across settings, and use the nursing process to plan and evaluate care.

The role requires NCLEX‑RN, GA RN license, BLS, and ACLS certification; BSN is preferred, with 1+ year RN experience. ACLS must be obtained within 90 days for specified specialties.

Qualifications

• A minimum of an Associate Degree in Nursing is required.
• A Bachelor of Science in Nursing is strongly preferred.
• One (1) or more years' experience as a Registered Nurse required.
• Specific area of specialty previous experience preferred.
• Current Georgia license as a Registered Professional Nurse required.
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) health care provider card required.
• ACLS Certification required for all listed areas; new graduates must obtain within 90 days of employment: ECC, GI/Cath Laboratory, Labor & Delivery, Intermediate Care, PACU.

Responsibilities

• Provide age-appropriate, culturally and ethnically sensitive nursing care.
• Maintain a safe environment and educate patients and families about healthy practices.
• Coordinate care across settings and among caregivers; utilize information and technology.
• Utilize the nursing process for assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
• Demonstrate advocacy, leadership, problem solving, delegation, and teamwork.

Skills

Patient-Centered Care

Communication

Collaboration & Teamwork

Integrity & Accountability

Continuous Improvement

Leadership & Professionalism

Employee Experience Focus

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Georgia RN License

ACLS Certification

BLS Certification

Job description

Whatever the role, everyone at Grady is part of something bigger. Choosing a career at Grady is choosing to be part of a legacy of service and commitment to our communities. If you want to make a difference, we want to hear from you.

Job Summary

The Registered Nurse, provides age-appropriate, culturally and ethnically sensitive care, maintains a safe environment, educates patients and their families about healthy practices and treatment modalities, assures continuity of care, coordinates care across settings and among caregivers, manages information, communicates effectively, and utilizes technology. Utilizes the nursing process to provide and plan care (i.e. assessment, nurse diagnosis, planning and coordination, implementation, and evaluation). Additional roles include advocacy, performance improvement, leadership, problem solving, delegation, conflict resolution, and team player.

Qualifications

• A minimum of an Associate Degree in Nursing is required
• A Bachelors of Science in Nursing is strongly preferred
• One (1) or more years' experience as a Registered Nurse required
• Specific area of specialty previous experience preferred
• Current Georgia license as a Registered Professional Nurse required
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) health care provider card required
• ACLS Certification required for all the following areas. New Graduates must obtain within 90 days of employment : All Critical Care Emergency Care Center (ECC) GI/Cath Laboratory Labor & Delivery All Intermediate Care Post Acute Care Unit (PACU)

Equal Opportunity Employer-Minorities/Females/Veterans/Individuals With Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.

For those candidates with less than one (1) year of RN experience, please be sure to check out Grady's New Graduate Nurse Residency Program

Core Competencies

These competencies reflect the values and behaviors expected of all Grady team members, regardless of role. They ensure that every employee contributes to safe, high-quality care, positive patient experience, and a collaborative work environment.

• Patient-Centered Care – Demonstrates a commitment to delivering safe, compassionate, and high-quality care that prioritizes the well‑…
• Integrity & Accountability – Acts ethically, maintains confidentiality, and accepts responsibility for actions, decisions, and outcomes.
• Collaboration & Teamwork – Builds positive relationships, works effectively across departments, and supports colleagues to achieve shared goals.
• Communication – Communicates clearly, respectfully, and effectively with patients, families, colleagues, and leadership.
• Respect & Inclusion – Creates an inclusive environment by valuing diversity, treating others with dignity, and ensuring equitable care and opportunities for all.
• Quality & Safety – Adheres to best practices, regulatory standards, and policies to ensure safe, reliable, and high-quality outcomes.
• Adaptability & Resilience – Responds effectively to change, remains flexible in dynamic situations, and demonstrates resilience under pressure.
• Continuous Improvement – Seeks opportunities to improve processes, skills, and outcomes through innovation, learning, and feedback.
• Leadership & Professionalism – Inspires, guides, and develops individuals and teams while modeling professionalism, fairness, and transparency.
• Employee Experience Focus – Champions a supportive and engaging employee journey that enables staff to thrive and, in turn, deliver exceptional patient care.

Grady Total Rewards

Benefits

At Grady, we believe in supporting the health, well‑being, and growth of every team member. Our Total Rewards package is designed to provide competitive pay and comprehensive benefits that make a difference in your life and career, including:

• Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
• Financial Security: Retirement savings plans with employer contributions, life insurance, and disability coverage.
• Work-Life Balance: Paid time off, holidays, and family leave benefits.
• Career Growth: Tuition reimbursement, professional development programs, and opportunities for advancement.
• Employee Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness initiatives, and discounts on services.

Grady’s Total Rewards are designed to ensure our employees feel valued, supported, and empowered, both at work and beyond.

Why Join Grady?

Grady Health System is more than a hospital — we are a vital part of Atlanta and the surrounding communities. For over 125 years, Grady has been committed to providing exceptional care, advancing health equity, and making a difference in the lives of those we serve. When you join Grady, you become part of a team that values excellence, compassion, innovation, and collaboration. Here, every role matters. Whether you provide direct patient care, support our operations, or lead teams, you play an important part in fulfilling our mission. We offer opportunities to learn, grow, and build a meaningful career in an environment where your contributions are recognized and valued. At Grady, we don’t just work, we make an impact.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Grady Health System is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a workforce where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Grady is dedicated to creating an accessible work environment and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to ensure equitable opportunities for success.