Registered Nurse - Days

Claratel Behavioral Health

Decatur, Georgia

Eligibility: Mental Health Care

Posted Jul 10

Shift and hours: Days
Unit and setting: Psych
License: RN license
Term: Permanent

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Claratel Behavioral Health

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Claratel Behavioral Health (formerly known as DeKalb Community Service Board) is an innovative, community-based, public not-for-profit behavioral health and developmental disabilities services organization based in Decatur, Georgia. Operating in more than 20 locations throughout DeKalb County, the organization provides a…

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Registered Nurse position at Claratel Behavioral Health's DeKalb Regional Crisis Center (DRCC) providing direct nursing care to individuals experiencing acute psychiatric crises. RNs perform comprehensive assessments, support medical and psychiatric stabilization, manage withdrawal protocols, administer medications, lead crisis interventions, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe, recovery-oriented, trauma-informed, and client-centered care. Full-time Day Shift scheduled 7am to 7:45pm.

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In Decatur, GA

Decatur, GAFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about 4% below the US average

Median rent: $1,655/mo
Household income: $139,397/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

Life in Decatur, GA

NeighborhoodsWinnona Park offers historic homes and a tight-knit residential feel dating back to the early 1900s near Agnes Scott College. Oakhurst and Oakhurst Village south of downtown provide a walkable neighborhood center lined with bungalows, public art, and community gardens. Surrounding areas like Avondale Estates and East Atlanta give healthcare workers nearby alternative housing pockets with direct proximity to Decatur Square and the Clifton corridor.

Winnona Park offers historic homes and a tight-knit residential feel dating back to the early 1900s near Agnes Scott College. Oakhurst and Oakhurst Village south of downtown provide a walkable neighborhood center lined with bungalows, public art, and community gardens.

Surrounding areas like Avondale Estates and East Atlanta give healthcare workers nearby alternative housing pockets with direct proximity to Decatur Square and the Clifton corridor.

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As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: youtube.com Source 2: reddit.com Source 3: decaturga.com

Getting aroundDecatur is positioned just southeast of Emory University Hospital and the CDC in the Clifton and Druid Hills area, with typical drives running 10 to 25 minutes. Primary driving corridors include Ponce de Leon Avenue, North Decatur Road, Scott Boulevard, and Clairmont Road, which experience inbound morning and outbound evening bottlenecks near Clifton Road. For transit commuters, Decatur Station provides direct MARTA Blue/Green Line rail access into downtown Atlanta in 15 to 20 minutes, while on-campus healthcare facility parking can be strictly limited.

Decatur is positioned just southeast of Emory University Hospital and the CDC in the Clifton and Druid Hills area, with typical drives running 10 to 25 minutes. Primary driving corridors include Ponce de Leon Avenue, North Decatur Road, Scott Boulevard, and Clairmont Road, which experience inbound morning and outbound evening bottlenecks near Clifton Road.

For transit commuters, Decatur Station provides direct MARTA Blue/Green Line rail access into downtown Atlanta in 15 to 20 minutes, while on-campus healthcare facility parking can be strictly limited.

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As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: golleyrealty.com Source 2: nelsonwesterberg.com Source 3: decaturga.com

Outdoors

Green spaces across the city include Adair Dog Park and the community plots at Oakhurst Gardens. Tree-lined neighborhood streets and sidewalks connect residential blocks directly to Decatur Square, enabling walking, jogging, and car-optional errands.

Regional trails and paths connect westward toward the Atlanta BeltLine and east toward Stone Mountain.

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As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: creativeloafing.com Source 2: decaturga.com Source 3: nelsonwesterberg.com

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Living in Decatur

Decatur is a compact, independent municipality inside the Atlanta perimeter that pairs small-town civic charm with the cultural perks of an urban center. For healthcare professionals commuting to Emory University Hospital or the CDC, its location is unbeatable: morning drives along Ponce de Leon Avenue, Clairmont Road, or Scott Boulevard generally run between 10 and 25 minutes. Off-shift life revolves around Decatur Square, a lively plaza packed with acclaimed spots like Chai Pani, Kimball House, and Brick Store Pub, alongside historic venues such as Eddie's Attic. Walkable residential neighborhoods like Winnona Park and Oakhurst feature character-rich bungalows, community gardens, and the highly regarded City Schools of Decatur system. Transit access is simple via three MARTA stations connecting directly into downtown Atlanta. The trade-offs lie in heavy rush-hour surface traffic toward Clifton Road, competitive housing within the small city boundaries, and tight campus hospital parking that demands carpool planning.

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As of 2026-04-13Source 1: golleyrealty.com Source 2: decaturga.com Source 3: nelsonwesterberg.com Source 4: visitdecaturga.com Source 5: youtube.com

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Decatur, GAFrom Census ACS 2024.