RN - MedSurg, Nights

Piedmont HealthCare

Cartersville, Georgia

Posted Oct 29 · Applications close Oct 29, 2027 · New grads welcomed

Shift and hours: Nights
Unit and setting: Med-Surg
License: RN license
Term: Permanent

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New grads: Welcomed
Certification: Advanced certification in field of specialty, if applicable.
Education: MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED: Graduate of a nursing program
Education: MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: New Graduates of a nursing program eligible
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Also asks: Piedmont Cartersville

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Education: Bachelor's degree preferred.
Experience: Nursing Experience in Hospital Setting Preferred.

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Overview Sign on Bonus Available Responsibilities Full Time Night Shift - 7:00 pm - 7:00 am RESPONSIBLE FOR: The staff nurse provides nursing care to patients from birth through the lifecycle utilizing nursing processes to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate the care for patients. He/she functions within the framework of the policies and procedures of the organization and demonstrates professional growth and accountability. The staff nurse is responsible for maintaining standards of practice, coordinating patient care activities of all assigned staff in the provision of quality nursing care.

Qualifications MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED: Graduate of a nursing program MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: New Graduates of a nursing program eligible MINIMUM LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED BY LAW: Current License in the State of Georgia as a Registered Nurse or NLC/eNLC Multistate License. BLS certification required.

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Advanced certification in field of specialty, if applicable. Bachelor's degree preferred. Nursing Experience in Hospital Setting Preferred. Business Unit : Company Name Piedmont Cartersville

What's around it?

In Cartersville, GA

Cartersville, GAFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about 4% below the US average

Median rent: $1,229/mo
Household income: $84,437/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

Life in Cartersville, GA

NeighborhoodsProspective buyers and renters often target master-planned communities like Carter Grove, an amenity-rich golf course neighborhood centered around Woodland Hills Golf Club that features traditional two-story and semicustom homes zoned for the city school system. Walkable urban living is concentrated near the historic central core in developments like South on Main, an award-winning mixed-use community offering walking access to downtown dining and shops. Established subdivisions like Cedarcrest provide neighborhood amenities such as pools, tennis courts, and golf course access, while buyers seeking newer suburban construction increasingly look along the Highway 20 corridor or toward nearby Emerson and Adairsville.

Prospective buyers and renters often target master-planned communities like Carter Grove, an amenity-rich golf course neighborhood centered around Woodland Hills Golf Club that features traditional two-story and semicustom homes zoned for the city school system. Walkable urban living is concentrated near the historic central core in developments like South on Main, an award-winning mixed-use community offering walking access to downtown dining and shops.

Established subdivisions like Cedarcrest provide neighborhood amenities such as pools, tennis courts, and golf course access, while buyers seeking newer suburban construction increasingly look along the Highway 20 corridor or toward nearby Emerson and Adairsville.

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As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: youtube.com Source 2: teamhaighgetsitsold.com Source 3: facebook.com Source 4: youtube.com

Getting aroundCartersville is linked directly to the broader northwest Georgia region and Atlanta via Interstate 75, with local traffic utilizing exits 288, 290, and 293 to access the city's commercial and downtown corridors. While intra-town travel is generally swift with average local commute times hovering around twenty-one minutes, commuting southbound toward Atlanta can be lengthy and heavily congested. Shift workers commuting into northern metro hubs or local healthcare facilities rely entirely on personal vehicles, as the area does not have a comprehensive regional rail or transit system.

Cartersville is linked directly to the broader northwest Georgia region and Atlanta via Interstate 75, with local traffic utilizing exits 288, 290, and 293 to access the city's commercial and downtown corridors. While intra-town travel is generally swift with average local commute times hovering around twenty-one minutes, commuting southbound toward Atlanta can be lengthy and heavily congested.

Shift workers commuting into northern metro hubs or local healthcare facilities rely entirely on personal vehicles, as the area does not have a comprehensive regional rail or transit system.

Sources

As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: realestate.usnews.com Source 2: amandajorealtygroup.com Source 3: teamhaighgetsitsold.com Source 4: youtube.com

OutdoorsOutdoor recreation is anchored by Red Top Mountain State Park on the shoreline of Lake Allatoona, featuring paved shoreline trails, historic homestead sites, boat ramps, swimming, and kayaking. Hikers seeking elevation gravitate toward Pine Mountain's rugged loop trails, which lead to the city's highest overlook and connect to the Cooper's Furnace Day Use Area along the Etowah River. Additional open spaces and walking grounds are found at the Etowah Indian Mounds State Historic Site and nearby Pine Log Wildlife Management Area.

Outdoor recreation is anchored by Red Top Mountain State Park on the shoreline of Lake Allatoona, featuring paved shoreline trails, historic homestead sites, boat ramps, swimming, and kayaking. Hikers seeking elevation gravitate toward Pine Mountain's rugged loop trails, which lead to the city's highest overlook and connect to the Cooper's Furnace Day Use Area along the Etowah River.

Additional open spaces and walking grounds are found at the Etowah Indian Mounds State Historic Site and nearby Pine Log Wildlife Management Area.

Sources

As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: wandernorthgeorgia.com Source 2: missionescapega.com Source 3: livingincantongeorgia.com

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Cartersville stands out in northwest Georgia as a balanced regional hub where small-town identity blends seamlessly with remarkable cultural depth. Relocating nurses will find that the city delivers significantly more physical living space than communities closer to Atlanta, with neighborhoods ranging from walkable mixed-use townhomes at South on Main to golf-and-swim master developments like Carter Grove. Nicknamed 'Museum City,' the town boasts institutions seldom found outside major metropolises, including the Booth Western Art Museum and the Tellus Science Museum, set alongside a walkable historic downtown filled with spots like Tandoori Table, 4 Way Lunch, and local bakeries. Outdoor downtime is easy to fill, whether paddling Lake Allatoona at Red Top Mountain State Park or tackling the rugged summit loops of Pine Mountain. The trade-offs center primarily on location: shift workers face car-dependent logistics via Interstate 75 exits 288 through 293, and anyone commuting toward Atlanta must contend with grueling highway traffic. However, for healthcare professionals working locally or in nearby northern suburbs who prioritize outdoor access, lower housing density, and a tight-knit community, Cartersville offers an exceptionally high quality of everyday living.

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As of 2026-04Source 1: wandernorthgeorgia.com Source 2: cartersvillemuseumcity.com Source 3: teamhaighgetsitsold.com Source 4: amandajorealtygroup.com Source 5: youtube.com

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