Registered Nurse (RN) - Float Pool - Augusta, GA
Wellstar Health System
Augusta, Georgia
Health system employer
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Posted Aug 6, 2026 · Last seen active Aug 10, 2026
What the posting states
- Weekends, holidays, call
- Every other weekend and two minor and one major holiday
About this role
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Requirements
- Graduate from an accredited/approved school of nursing and 2 years or more of experience in RN experience in related area (floor or critical care). Current American Heart Association or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS). ACLS, PALS, or NRP (only in select units/departments) must be obtained within 6 months of hire. Current Registered Nursing License (Georgia) or qualifying multi-state compact license.
About the employer
Wellstar Health System is one of Georgia's largest and most integrated not-for-profit healthcare systems, serving communities across the state with 11 hospitals, 329 medical office locations, 11 cancer centers, 91 rehabilitation centers, 35 imaging centers, 20 urgent care locations, five…
What reviewers appreciate
- Large integrated health system with diverse career pathways across 11 hospitals and numerous specialty facilities
- Inclusive, nationally recognized culture with emphasis on employee contributions and ideas
- Not-for-profit organization that reinvests in community wellness, prevention, and charity care
What reviewers flag
- Night shift positions (12-hour shifts) may be required for certain nursing roles
- Large system size may create bureaucratic or administrative complexities for frontline staff
- Active sign-on bonus recruitment may indicate staffing challenges or retention difficulties
Living in Augusta, GA
Augusta sits along the Savannah River near the South Carolina line, blending Southern charm with a steady healthcare economy anchored by multiple regional hospitals. The city offers affordable living and a slower pace, with a compact downtown and historic districts. Golf fans know it for the Masters each spring.
- Metro price level · Augusta area
- 91.9
- 8% below the national average
U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 metro Regional Price Parities
Worth asking
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- Can you walk me through the base pay range and differentials?
- What should I expect for shifts, weekly hours, holiday, call, and rotation?
- What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
- How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
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