Children's Healthcare of Atlanta

Specialty hospital in Atlanta, GA

Hiring days and rotating

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta workplace

From 12 postings and the employer’s site · Employer research Jul 18, 2026Sources

The short version

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta (CHOA) is one of the leading pediatric healthcare systems in the United States, headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. Founded in 1998, the organization operates with approximately 7,900 employees across multiple campuses.

Employer research, Jul 18, 2026

Who it fits

Best fit

LPNs and LVNs: 3 of 12 roles accept an LPN or LVN

Not a fit

New grads: 9 of 12 roles ask for nursing experienceNew grad jobs near Atlanta

Nursing here

Benefits

CHOA's benefits philosophy emphasizes putting people first, focusing on employee needs, personal and professional growth, and wellness. The organization states that employee wellness is prioritized so staff can perform at their best.

The hard parts

Management rated lowest among nurse review categories at 3.5 out of 5
Employer research, Jul 18, 2026
Job security and advancement opportunities rated 3.6 out of 5
Employer research, Jul 18, 2026
Pay and benefits rated 3.8 out of 5, below work-life balance and culture ratings
Employer research, Jul 18, 2026
Pediatric-only focus may limit career flexibility for nurses seeking adult care experience
Employer research, Jul 18, 2026

What to ask

How is base pay set for the role, and which differentials apply?
Which shifts are open, and what are the weekend, holiday and call rules?
How long is orientation, and will I have one preceptor?
What is the usual patient load, and how often do nurses float?

Living in Atlanta, GA

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With a cost of living right at the national average and metro rents averaging $1,540, Atlanta pairs serious clinical careers with vibrant neighborhood life. Decompress after shifts along the 22-mile BeltLine trail connecting 45 neighborhoods, unwind in Midtown’s Piedmont Park, or settle down in character-rich enclaves like Grant Park and the Old Fourth Ward.

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Metro price level · Atlanta area: about the national average; BEA index 100.1 (100 = national)
Median gross rent: $1,711/mo; rent and tenant-paid utilities
Median household income: $85,652/yr; all local households, not nurse pay

U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 metro Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024

Common questions

Does Children's Healthcare of Atlanta hire new grads?

9 of 12 roles ask for nursing experience, and none says it welcomes new grads.

Which shifts are open?

Of the 5 roles with a stated shift, 4 are day shifts and 1 is a rotating shift.

Which units are hiring?

ER (1), oncology (1), psych (1), pulmonology clinic (1) and more.

How do I apply?

Choose a role and press Apply. Your application comes to our team, we send it to Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, and we tell you what happens next.