How to become a Travel Nurse in Georgia: A step-by-step guide

Written By Ben Getz

If you’re a nurse looking for flexibility, adventure, and the opportunity to grow professionally, travel nursing could be your next career move. Georgia continues to emerge as a prime destination for healthcare professionals, offering a blend of leading hospitals, strong demand for talent, and dynamic urban and rural communities.

We specialize in connecting nurses and allied health professionals with meaningful travel assignments — not just jobs. Whether you're an experienced traveler or stepping into this world for the first time, we’re here to make the process seamless.

Here’s a step-by-step guide to becoming a travel nurse in Georgia.

1. Obtain Your RN License

To work as a travel nurse in Georgia, you’ll need a valid RN license. If your home state is part of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC), you’re already cleared to practice in Georgia. Otherwise, apply for licensure by endorsement through the Georgia Board of Nursing. Spire recruiters can assist with tracking the status of your license and advising you on timelines.

2. Make Sure Your Certifications Are Current

Most facilities require Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, and many roles call for Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), or other specialty-specific credentials. Keeping these current ensures you’re eligible for a wider range of travel opportunities — and can begin assignments without delays.

3. Build a Strong, Travel-Ready Resume

Your resume should reflect your clinical experience, specialties, preferred shift types, and technical competencies (such as EMR systems or procedures). A travel-focused resume helps recruiters at Spire quickly match you to roles where you'll thrive.

4. Partner with Spire Healthcare

At this stage, your choice of staffing partner makes all the difference. Spire Healthcare is not a tech platform that automates your job search. Instead, we offer a high-touch, people-first experience. When you work with Spire, you're assigned a dedicated recruiter who takes time to understand your skills, goals, and personal preferences.

We don’t just fill roles. We build relationships that last across assignments. For both nurses and allied health professionals, we offer detailed job breakdowns, transparency in pay packages, and upfront conversations about each opportunity — from location and unit expectations to benefits and credentialing timelines.

5. Select the Right Assignment for You

Georgia offers a diverse range of assignments — from fast-paced urban hospitals in Atlanta to community-based systems throughout the state. Whether you're looking for ICU, Med/Surg, radiology, therapy, or imaging roles, Spire's nationwide network allows you to select assignments that align with your clinical strengths and personal lifestyle.

We walk you through housing stipend options, contract length, shift preferences, and any facility-specific nuances. You’ll always have a clear understanding of what to expect before you sign anything.

6. Onboard, Travel, and Thrive

Once you’ve accepted an assignment, our credentialing and onboarding team steps in to ensure a smooth transition. With the SpireHC app, you can upload required documents, communicate with your recruiter, and track onboarding progress — all in one place. Our goal is to eliminate the paperwork burden and give you confidence before day one.

Throughout your assignment, we stay in touch — and begin planning your next move well before your contract ends. Whether you're interested in extending, relocating, or exploring a new role, we’re ready when you are.

Why Travel Nurses Are Choosing Georgia

Georgia’s demand for travel healthcare professionals is rising. Facilities are looking for experienced RNs and allied professionals to fill urgent staffing gaps, especially in high-growth areas like Atlanta, Augusta, and Savannah. The combination of strong compensation packages, professional development, and cultural diversity makes Georgia a smart move for travel nurses across the country.

Work With a Team That Knows the Road

At Spire Healthcare, we believe the journey matters just as much as the destination. That’s why we offer real support, real transparency, and real relationships — whether it’s your first assignment or your fifteenth.

Ready to get started?

Let us help you take the next step — with purpose.

Ben Getz
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