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DJJ Staff Nurse - Savannah, GA 40 hrs/week

Augusta University

Savannah, Georgia

$39.5/hr

About $82k/yr

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Posted Aug 13, 2026 · Last seen active Aug 13, 2026

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Augusta University is an academic medical center — teaching floors, residents in the halls, and more sub-specialties to grow into. The posted pay pencils out to roughly $82k a year.

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Full Time - 40 hours per week Base rate of $39.50 per hour 41 paid days off per year About Us Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare provider. Established in 2017, the Department of Juvenile Justice Health Services was established through a unique collaboration between Augusta University Health System and the Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice with the goal of delivering high-quality health services to the state of Georgia¿s justice-involved youth in 25 facilities. Location Savannah RYDC (Located in Chatham County) 191 Carl Griffin Drive Savannah, GA 31405-1362 College/Department Information Our mission in the Department of Juvenile Justice Health Services is to transform young lives by providing evidence-based rehabilitative treatment services and supervision, strengthening the well-being of youth and families, and fostering safe communities. Each youth will receive appropriate, individualized care to improve their health knowledge and their potential for wellness. Responsibilities Duties to include but are not limited to: Under the general direction of the Lead Nurse - responsible for the delivery of patient care through the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Guides patient teaching, nursing activities, and ancillary personnel. Also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our youth, facility staff, family, and outside vendors. Required Qualifications Licensed as an RN in the State of Georgia. 1 year of previous experience in a clinical setting. Good organizational and decision-making skills; good physical and mental health; able to work under pressure; must relate well to patients, security staff, visitors, and co-workers. Functions within the Georgia Board of Nursing Nurse Practice Act. Must have current Health Care Provider BCLS Certification, obtained through American Heart or Red Cross Program. Must be able to lift 50lbs. Normal bending, reaching, stooping. Standing and sitting for long periods of time. Must be able to move quickly in cases of emergency (within 4 minutes). Normal levels of hearing and seeing, if necessary, with corrective appliances. Must be able to perform BCLS. Security Clearance by the Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice Shift/Salary/Benefits Shifts may vary and depend upon the availability of each site. Visit our Benefits Link for detailed information: Benefits & Data Management (augusta.edu) Conditions of Employment All candidates are to complete and successfully pass Pre-Employment requirements. This includes a Criminal History Record Release (and when applicable, a Physical Examination and Drug Screen). All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond Other Information This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. "Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success." Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited. AAEEO/Condition Statement Department of Juvenile Justice is a Division of Augusta University. We are an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity and affirmative action institution. Also, Augusta University is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans. It is the policy of the University to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to age, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation or veteran status. All candidates are to complete and successfully pass Pre-Employment requirements. This includes a Criminal History Record Release (and when applicable, a Physical Examination and Drug Screen). How To Apply Consider applying with us today! https://www.augusta.edu/hr/jobs/ Select University Faculty & Staff > External Applicants if you are a candidate from outside the university Select University Faculty & Staff > Internal Applicants if you are a current university employee If you need further assistance, please contact us at 706-721-9365

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Requirements

  • RN License in Georgia
  • previous experience in a clinical setting

About the employer

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Augusta University
Academic Medical Center

Augusta University is a public university in Georgia with a growing health sciences enterprise, currently serving over 12,000 students with ambitions to reach 16,000 by 2030. The university has secured historic state and philanthropic support, including a $146.2 million translational…

What reviewers appreciate

  • Part of a growing university with record enrollment and expanding research infrastructure
  • Employees report feeling a clear sense of purpose in their work
  • Employees cite feeling personal appreciation as a positive aspect

What reviewers flag

  • Pay and benefits rated below average at 3.5 out of 5 on Indeed
  • Job security and advancement rated lower at 3.4 out of 5 on Indeed
  • Management rated lower at 3.4 out of 5 on Indeed
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Living in Savannah, GA

Savannah charms with Spanish moss-draped oaks, cobblestone streets, and centuries-old squares in its Historic District. This coastal Georgia city blends Southern hospitality with riverfront views, giving nurses a slower-paced lifestyle rich in history and green space.

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Metro price level · Savannah area
95.2
5% below the national average
Median gross rent
$1,382/mo
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