Job Opportunity – Registered Nurse – Medical Step-Down Unit – Georgia
Start Date: October 19, 2026
Location: Atlanta, Georgia
Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants
Schedule: Medical Step-Down Unit; 16-20 bed unit; Nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:4
Highlights:
Diverse case mix including sepsis, heart failure, hypertensive emergency, respiratory failure, COPD, chronic kidney disease, diabetes mellitus type 2, substance abuse, status epilepticus, and encephalopathy
Manageable 1:4 nurse-to-patient ratio in a 16-20 bed medical step-down unit
Opportunity to apply critical thinking and advanced clinical skills in an intermediate care setting
Collaborative team environment supporting professional growth and clinical excellence
Located in a major metropolitan area with excellent career advancement opportunities
Requirements:
Current Georgia RN license or compact state license with ability to obtain Georgia licensure
Minimum 2 years of nursing experience required
Active ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certification
Active BLS (Basic Life Support) certification
Medical step-down or intermediate care experience strongly preferred
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
This position offers registered nurses the chance to make a meaningful impact caring for acutely ill patients in a dynamic step-down environment. You'll work with a complex and rewarding patient population while maintaining a sustainable workload that allows you to deliver quality, compassionate care. Join a dedicated healthcare team committed to clinical excellence and positive patient outcomes in one of the Southeast's premier healthcare markets.