Staff RN - NICU (Night Shift)

Northside Hospital Inc.

Canton, Georgia

Northside Hospital Inc. is hiring for its own floors, with no agency in between.

Eligibility: Neonatology

Posted Jul 23

Shift and hours: 12-⁠hour nights
Unit and setting: NICU · Hospital
License: RN license
Term: Permanent

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Also asks: Yes- Rotating Basis

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Weekends: Weekends required

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Northside Hospital Inc.

Hospital

You are looking at Northside Hospital’s Canton, Georgia campus—part of a nonprofit system with five acute-care hospitals across north metro Atlanta and more than 300 outpatient sites. If you are new to practice, residency cohorts are already on the calendar…

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Preceptors and orientation

Charge Preceptor RN role exists (PACU); ~20% charge-preceptor duties educating new employees

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Scheduling

uFlex float offers self-scheduling and 1 shift/week commitment; common RN nights 7p-7a or 645PM-715AM; weekends often required; on-call often no

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Northside Hospital is award-winning, state-of-the-art, and continually growing. Constantly expanding the quality and reach of our care to our patients and communities creates even more opportunity for the best healthcare professionals in Atlanta and beyond. Discover all the possibilities of a career at Northside today. The Registered Professional Nurse at Northside Hospital independently plans and provides professional nursing care to patients in accordance with physician orders and established guidelines, and in accordance with the scope of practice as defined by the Georgia Nurse Practice Act. Work Hours: 7p-7:30a Weekend

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Yes- Rotating Basis

What's around it?

In Canton, GA

Canton, GAFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about 4% below the US average

Median rent: $1,680/mo
Household income: $80,091/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

Life in Canton, GA

NeighborhoodsResidential options cluster heavily around distinct hubs, ranging from historic character to master-planned sprawl. The area immediately flanking Downtown Canton and The Mill on Etowah blends restored early-century textile mill homes with contemporary new-construction subdivisions appealing to first-time buyers and medical staff who want walkable access to Main Street. Further east, areas like Hickory Flat offer expansive suburban layouts with newer community amenities, while neighborhoods tapping into Highway 140 provide straightforward access toward eastern employment centers. Outlying sectors toward Sixes Road and southwest Cherokee County put residents within easy striking distance of outdoor corridors and neighboring Woodstock.

Residential options cluster heavily around distinct hubs, ranging from historic character to master-planned sprawl. The area immediately flanking Downtown Canton and The Mill on Etowah blends restored early-century textile mill homes with contemporary new-construction subdivisions appealing to first-time buyers and medical staff who want walkable access to Main Street.

Further east, areas like Hickory Flat offer expansive suburban layouts with newer community amenities, while neighborhoods tapping into Highway 140 provide straightforward access toward eastern employment centers. Outlying sectors toward Sixes Road and southwest Cherokee County put residents within easy striking distance of outdoor corridors and neighboring Woodstock.

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As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: livingincantongeorgia.com Source 2: youtube.com Source 3: joelboss.com

Getting aroundGetting around Canton relies almost entirely on personal vehicles, as the city is oriented around central arterials and major regional highways. Interstate 575 serves as the main north-south spine, connecting south to Woodstock, Kennesaw, and Marietta, while Highway 20 runs west toward Cartersville and east toward Cumming. Commuting east along Highway 140 links drivers directly to Roswell and Alpharetta. Local travel within Canton generally features manageable commute times, though residents caution that venturing too far east toward Cumming can introduce heavy congestion along secondary corridors, and rapid area growth has intensified peak rush-hour backups along primary crossroads.

Getting around Canton relies almost entirely on personal vehicles, as the city is oriented around central arterials and major regional highways. Interstate 575 serves as the main north-south spine, connecting south to Woodstock, Kennesaw, and Marietta, while Highway 20 runs west toward Cartersville and east toward Cumming.

Commuting east along Highway 140 links drivers directly to Roswell and Alpharetta. Local travel within Canton generally features manageable commute times, though residents caution that venturing too far east toward Cumming can introduce heavy congestion along secondary corridors, and rapid area growth has intensified peak rush-hour backups along primary crossroads.

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As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: livingincantongeorgia.com Source 2: reddit.com Source 3: joelboss.com

OutdoorsThe Etowah River serves as the spine of outdoor recreation in Canton, offering popular launch spots for kayaking, paddleboarding, and tubing. Etowah River Park and Heritage Park feature open green spaces, an amphitheater, and a connected concrete walking trail running along the Etowah River Trail. Mountain biking enthusiasts gravitate to the Blankets Creek Trail System off Sixes Road, which offers seven distinct multi-use loops ranging from the beginner Mosquito Flats to the advanced Van Michael trail. Cherokee Veterans Park provides expansive walking paths and an indoor rec center with pickleball courts and rock climbing, complemented by peaceful woodland walks at JB Owens Park and Boling Park.

The Etowah River serves as the spine of outdoor recreation in Canton, offering popular launch spots for kayaking, paddleboarding, and tubing. Etowah River Park and Heritage Park feature open green spaces, an amphitheater, and a connected concrete walking trail running along the Etowah River Trail.

Mountain biking enthusiasts gravitate to the Blankets Creek Trail System off Sixes Road, which offers seven distinct multi-use loops ranging from the beginner Mosquito Flats to the advanced Van Michael trail. Cherokee Veterans Park provides expansive walking paths and an indoor rec center with pickleball courts and rock climbing, complemented by peaceful woodland walks at JB Owens Park and Boling Park.

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As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: pathpost.com Source 2: mikesinfusions.com Source 3: joelboss.com

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As of 2026Source: mynorthsidetalent.northside.com

Living in Canton

Located 40 miles north of Atlanta in the scenic foothills of Cherokee County, Canton strikes a balance between rich mill-town heritage and rapid modern growth that makes it an appealing landing spot for relocating nurses. Healthcare workers will find practical connectivity via Interstate 575 and Highway 20, keeping regional medical centers accessible while providing a quieter suburban retreat after demanding shifts. The community’s social hub revolves around historic Main Street and The Mill on Etowah—a massive 250,000-square-foot repurposed textile complex housing Reformation Brewery, local dining like Nava Taqueria and Community Burger, and regular live music. On days off, outdoor options abound: you can kayak down the Etowah River, stroll the paved paths linking Heritage Park and Etowah River Park, or tackle the premier mountain bike trails at Blankets Creek. While prospective residents must navigate trade-offs like growing rush-hour traffic along secondary corridors and rising tax assessments, Canton's top-rated Cherokee County schools, distinct neighborhood character, and energetic community life provide a well-rounded foundation for healthcare professionals.

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As of 2026-03Source 1: livingincantongeorgia.com Source 2: youtube.com Source 3: pathpost.com Source 4: joelboss.com

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Canton, GAFrom Census ACS 2024.