Registered Nurse - Medical ICU - FT- Nights
Atlanta, Georgia
Grady Memorial Hospital is hiring for its own floors, with no agency in between.
Posted Oct 16 · New grads welcomed
- Shift and hours
- Nights
- Unit and setting
- MICU
- License
- RN licenseCurrent Georgia license as a Registered Professional Nurse required
- Term
- Permanent
Do you qualify?
- New grads
- Welcomed, residency program
- License
- Current Georgia license as a Registered Professional Nurse required Check your license
- Certification
- Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) health care provider card required
- Certification
- ACLS Certification required for all the following areas.
- Education
- A minimum of an Associate Degree in Nursing is required
- Experience
- One (1) or more years’ experience as a Registered Nurse required
- Also asks
- New Graduates must obtain within 90 days of employment :After hire · within 90 days
Preferred
- Experience
- Specific area of specialty previous experience preferred
- Also asks
- A Bachelors of Science in Nursing is strongly preferred
Your six-month RN application plan
Start about six months before graduation. Some programs open earlier; use each employer’s application dates.
6 months before
Shortlist units
Check application windows. Gather clinical experience, references and your expected graduation date.
Find residencies →4–6 months before
Apply as windows open
Apply before graduation when the program allows it. Keep the cohort date and license deadline with each application.
Explore new grad jobs →2–3 months before
Meet the unit manager
Ask about overtime, a shadow shift, preceptor continuity and the schedule after orientation.
Prepare your questions →Around graduation
Confirm your start
Coordinate NCLEX, the required license and your start date. Get relocation and repayment terms in writing.
Plan your license →
Why start this early?
Advocate describes a 6–9 month application runway for several regional RN programs. These milestones are a planning guide, not deadlines for every employer. See program calendars.
Support on this unit
The posting does not state the assignment size, and nothing published names it for this unit.
- Orientation
- Residency program
The workplace
The city sits near the national cost of living (about 100.1), and Georgia is a compact-license state with a flat state income tax around 5.4%. That combination matters if you are relocating or traveling: your multistate license is recognized, and…
Worth asking
- Can you walk me through base pay range and differentials?
- What should I expect for weekly hours, weekend, holiday, call, and rotation?
More questions to askFewer questions
- What preceptor time and ongoing unit support are included?
- How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
Your fit
On your path
ICU / Critical Care has an opening for new graduates. This employer welcomes new graduates for this role. See the posting’s qualifications and orientation details.
Original listing
Posted on Grady Memorial Hospital’s careers page.
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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-being and satisfaction of patients and their families.
- 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.
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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.
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What's around it?
Atlanta, GAFrom Census ACS 2024.
Living costs about the same as the US average
- Median rent
- $1,711/mo
- Household income
- $85,652/yr, all local households, not nurse pay