Registered Nurse

Overview Piedmont Atlanta's RN Residency Program will begin July 2026. Our 12-month, comprehensive transition-to-practice program facilitates your progress from student to professional nurse through education, mentorship and peer support. Our Nurse Residency program prepares new graduate nurses by teaching the knowledge, skills and behaviors necessary to continuously improve quality and safety at the point of care. It combines precepted orientation, led by dedicated preceptors, with blended learning experiences. RN Residents Will Develop the clinical judgment needed to rapidly recognize a change in a patient\'s condition and the urgency of a clinical situation Cultivate excellent communication skills, allowing them to engage with colleagues and support patients Enjoy cohort experiences designed to promote peer and professional socialization and strengthen your professional commitment to nursing Learn didactic content specifically tailored to new graduates from professional nursing organizations Opportunities Opportunities available within Acute Care specialties at Piedmont Atlanta include Post-Surgical/GI, Neurology, Orthopedics, Renal, Oncology and General Medical. Why Piedmont? Total Rewards That Work For You: Competitive and equitable compensation for all roles Total Wellness programs for you and your family Wellness Coaching App 24/7 Live Coaching Physician and Nursing Peer Coaching Financial Wellness Planning and Education Broad Employee Assistance Program services PTO your way Combined PTO days for greater flexibility 100% paid Maternity Leave (requires return to work) Employer Paid Military Leave Opportunity for PTO cash-in For 2026, Piedmont is providing time to give back and make a positive difference in the community for full-time and part-time team members Benefits Choice of Medical/Prescription Drug Plans Dental and Vision Adoption Assistance Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Healthcare and Dependent Day Care Health Reimbursement Account Fully paid long term disability Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Culture and Commitment Our inclusive culture welcomes you and celebrates the diversity of our team members. We value ideas and perspectives and strive to make Piedmont feel like family. Responsibilities The Staff Nurse provides nursing care to patients from birth through the lifecycle, utilizing nursing processes to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care. The staff nurse functions within the policies and procedures of the organization and demonstrates professional growth and accountability. The staff nurse is responsible for maintaining standards of practice and coordinating patient care activities of all assigned staff in the provision of quality nursing care. Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Leadership skills, effective communication skills, initiative, independent judgment, and ability to handle stressful environments. 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 BLS CPR certification Additional Qualifications: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred Advanced certification in field of specialty, if applicable Piedmont Atlanta Hospital #J-18808-Ljbffr