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PruittHealth

Registered Nurse

Athens, GA

REGISTERED NURSE (7A-7P OR 7P-7A) Join the PruittHealth family, where the health and safety of our ... veteran status. For Florida Job Postings Only: For more information regarding Florida's Care ...

PruittHealth

Registered Nurse

Athens, GA · On-site

REGISTERED NURSE (7A-7P or 7P-7A) Join the PruittHealth family, where the health and safety of our ... veteran status. For Florida Job Postings Only: For more information regarding Florida's Care ...

PruittHealth

Registered Nurse

Elberton, GA · On-site

REGISTERED NURSE (7A - 7P) Join the PruittHealth family, where the health and safety of our ... veteran status. For Florida Job Postings Only: For more information regarding Florida's Care ...

PruittHealth

Registered Nurse

Athens, GA

REGISTERED NURSE (7A-7P or 7P-7A) Join the PruittHealth family, where the health and safety of our ... veteran status. For Florida Job Postings Only: For more information regarding Florida's Care ...

PruittHealth

Registered Nurse

Elberton, GA

REGISTERED NURSE (7A-7P) Join the PruittHealth family, where the health and safety of our workforce ... veteran status. For Florida Job Postings Only: For more information regarding Florida's Care ...

PruittHealth

Registered Nurse

Athens, GA

REGISTERED NURSE (7A-7P or 7P-7A) ($5,000 SIGN ON BONUS-FT) Join the PruittHealth family, where the ... veteran status. For Florida Job Postings Only: For more information regarding Florida's Care ...

PruittHealth

Registered Nurse

Washington, GA · On-site

REGISTERED NURSE Join the PruittHealth family, where the health and safety of our workforce is our ... veteran status. For Florida Job Postings Only: For more information regarding Florida's Care ...

PruittHealth

Registered Nurse

Athens, GA · On-site

REGISTERED NURSE (7A-7P or 7P-7A) ($5,000 SIGN ON BONUS-FT) Join the PruittHealth family, where the ... veteran status. For Florida Job Postings Only: For more information regarding Floridas Care ...

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How much do veterans rn jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for veterans rn in Athens, GA is $42.95, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $32.50 and $50.14 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Veterans RN?

Veterans RNs are registered nurses who specialize in providing healthcare to military veterans, often working in Veterans Affairs (VA) hospitals, clinics, or community-based settings. They address the unique physical and mental health needs of veterans, such as service-related injuries, PTSD, and chronic illnesses. Veterans RNs play a vital role in coordinating care, advocating for patients, and supporting veterans through complex healthcare systems.

What are some unique challenges Veterans RNs face when caring for former military personnel, and how can they best address them?

Veterans RNs often encounter patients with complex medical histories, including service-related injuries, PTSD, and other mental health concerns. Navigating the VA healthcare system and understanding military culture are important for building trust and delivering effective care. To address these challenges, Veterans RNs benefit from ongoing training in trauma-informed care, strong interdisciplinary collaboration, and a compassionate approach that respects each veteran's unique experiences.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Veterans RN, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Veterans RN, you need an active RN license, a nursing degree, and a solid understanding of veteran-specific health concerns such as PTSD and chronic illness management. Familiarity with electronic health records, VA healthcare systems, and specialized certifications like BLS and ACLS are typically required. Compassion, cultural competence, and strong communication skills help build trust and advocate effectively for veteran patients. These skills ensure that veterans receive high-quality, personalized care while navigating complex healthcare systems.

What cities near Athens, GA are hiring for Veterans Rn jobs?

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Infographic showing various Veterans Rn job openings in Athens, GA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% As Needed, 52% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 28% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $89,341 per year, or $43 per hour.

Registered Nurse (RN)

Landmark Hospitals

Athens, GA • On-site

$15K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 18 days ago

Job description

Landmark Hospitals is hiring full-time Registered Nurses for our Athens, Ga. location!
**Up to $15,000 sign-on bonus, depending on your experience!**
If you enjoy working in a vibrant critical care atmosphere with coworkers committed to learning, growing, and providing compassionate care to patients, come grow with us!
Shifts Available:
  • Day shift 7am - 7:30 pm
  • Night shift 7pm - 7:30 am
Shift Differential:
$4.00/hour NIGHT shift differential$3.50/hour WEEKEND shift differential
Benefits (FT Employees):
  • Paid Time Off
  • Medical/Dental/Vision
  • Flexible Spending Account/Health Savings Account
  • Long Term and Short Term Disability
  • Life Insurance
  • 401k + company matching
  • CCRN Certification Support
  • Student Loan Reimbursement Program after 1 year of employment
  • Tuition Reimbursement (up to $15,000 available after 1 year of employment)
Responsibilities:
  • Conducting comprehensive patient assessments
  • Providing care for patients and management of their conditions, with regard to vital signs and lab work
  • Collaborating with Physicians and various disciplines within the hospital in order to manage patient care
  • Assisting the medical staff with in-house procedures
  • Interacting and communicating with patient family members
Qualifications:
  • Valid RN License in state of GA or Compact RN License
  • 1+ year of Acute Care experience (preferred)
  • 1+ year of ICU, PCU, LTAC, TCU (stepdown) experience (preferred)
  • BLS and ACLS certification required within 60 days of employment
  • Ability to assess patients quickly in emergency situations in stressful environment
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Superior analytical and critical thinking skills
  • Team, detail and goal oriented
  • Positive, professional and empathetic demeanor

About us:
Landmark Hospitals is a privately owned, critical care hospital system with locations across the Southeastern United States. Landmark Hospitals specializes in providing the highest-level care for medically complex patients who stay with us for an average of 25-30 days. We are proud of the healing that happens here, and it is all made possible by our amazing employees. We offer our employees a collaborative, supportive work environment with competitive benefits and flexibility that can only be found in a "boutique" hospital setting.
Our critical care Registered Nurses excel in their field and enjoy flexible schedules. Our nurses are well-respected members of our multi-disciplinary team. Our leadership team is positively impacting the work environment and making the hospital a great place to work. We recently implemented the DAISY award to recognize our stellar nursing staff and you could be our next DAISY award winner!
We are committed to being an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.
Keywords: ICU, CCU, medical, surgical, hospital, RN, registered nurse, LTAC, LTACH, Healthcare

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