Albany, Georgia

The healthcare provider is located in Southwestern Georgia, just outside Albany. A storied institution of healthcare since the 1900�s, the facility has expanded within the last decade to meet the critical needs of their community. Services include cancer care, family medicine, emergency care, and more. The hospital is dedicated to maintaining the best medical technology around for their patients and staff. Over 4500 staff and volunteers offer services within the healthcare center, and several departments have received national recognition for their care excellence.

This is what one of PassportUSA's currently working RNs has to say about his experience at this hospital:

"I would like to say thank you to my wonderful team. They molded me to push myself out of the box. I discovered some of my hidden abilities because of them. There are so many times when I am scared to do new things out of my comfort zone but they patiently guided me. I love working with all of these amazing nurses. This is my second family. I created a family away from home. I want to see myself retiring with this hospital." -Josedario, USRN

‍This contract-free* full-time nursing opportunity is open to both PassportUSA nurses completing their initial US assignment AND to PassportUSA Alumni seeking a new opportunity at any point in their nursing career. As with all Alumni career opportunities, this PassportUSA client hospital is currently awaiting the arrival of several global RNs. As such, your experiences with the PassportUSA program provides the opportunity for you to become a mentor and leader among the soon-to-arrive nurses.

It offers great pay, relocation assistance, an assignment bonus, and great health and retirement benefits. There's no contract to sign, just a simple Assignment Confirmation Letter.  

There are so many reasons why Health Carousel is the employer of choice for the next chapter in your nursing career!

• Specialty: Various nursing units
• $39.00 hourly
• $3,500 completion bonus
• No contract to sign*
• 52 weeks
• Days and nights available
• Must be willing to float to other units qualified to work in as needed
• Up to 72 hours of paid time off
  * an assignment confirmation letter must be signed
• Paid state licensure and assistance with application and processing
• Allowance for relocation and/or travel to/from assignment
• Continued or immediate enrollment in Health Carousel healthcare and retirement benefits plans

Interested in this opportunity? Please call or text your current or previously assigned International Employee Supervisor or click here to send us a quick email.

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A historic agricultural center for Georgia, the city maintains a diverse community that offers small-town charm with modern convenience. The area features picturesque scenery, welcoming neighbors, and culture, plus plenty of recreation. Everywhere you go in Albany, you’ll find that it’s steeped in Southern Hospitality. The city features over 10 unique neighborhoods, each with their own appeal. Albany's transit system features 8 routes to take you through the county and to popular areas. Taxi service is also available in the area. If you want to explore even further in Georgia, nearby Valdosta offers even more charm and adventure.

Learn more about Albany at the official city website and explore the area at the county website.

Education comes first for the students of the area, and the school district makes sure that children are prepared for the rigors of college or the workforce. Pre-K to 12 schools are available in the city, with several elementary schools, a middle school and a high school within easy access. At each academic level, the students are prepared for success with comprehensive curriculums.

Click here to read more about public schools in Albany.
Click here to read about private schools in Albany.

Once you find the school you are interested in, you will need to contact them directly with any questions you might have.

Albany is centrally located to several major cities full of activities for a fun weekend. It's only 2 hours to Atlanta, Georgia, the state capital, a great family-friendly destination. Atlanta, Georgia is home to the Georgia Aquarium, the largest aquarium in the United States, and has whales, sharks, and thousands of other aquatic species. World of Coke is a family-friendly spot and lets you discover the history of Coca-Cola, plus taste Coke from all over the world. Atlanta, Georgia is also the home of the Worlds of Puppetry Museum, a fantastic space educating visitors about the world history of puppets and boasting a large collection of Jim Henson's characters from Sesame Street, Dark Crystal, and Labyrinth. While in Atlanta Georgia, you can also take a tour of CNN Studios, visit the Children's Museum of Atlanta, or explore LEGOLAND Discovery Atlanta.

Tallahassee, Florida is also a short drive, less than 2 hours away. There you'll find the beautiful St. Marks National Wildlife Refuge, perfect for wildlife spotting, hiking, fishing, and attending nature programs. While in Tallahassee, Florida, stop by the Tallahassee Automobile Museum to see vintage and antique cars, boats, fishing lures, sports memorabilia, and even a few Batmobiles. Tallahassee is rich in history and features a sprawling museum to explore its legacy. Located on the shores of Lake Bradford sits the Tallahassee Museum, a family-friendly place to learn about the local area and its inhabitants. There are 30 permanent exhibits including displays about wild animals, local history, trains, and restored historical buildings. You can even visit the Big Bend Farm, a real working farm that brings the 1800s to life with animals, blacksmithing demonstrations, and syrup-making. Head downtown to The Challenger Learning Center, an educational fun center with a space mission simulator, IMAX theatre, dome theatre, and planetarium.

A little over 3 hours away from Albany, Georgia lies Panama City Beach, Florida, home of the world's most beautiful beaches. There's nearly 30 miles of white sandy beaches, plus miniature golf, arcade, and a bustling shopping plaza to explore. A glass-bottom boat eco-tour will let you tour Shell Island, see dolphins in the wild, and learn about the marine life. Emerald Falls Family Recreation Center is also here and features a 4-story go-kart track, bumper boats, mini golf, and an arcade. Coconut Creek boasts even more challenging courses for mini-golf fans and also has a gigantic maze attraction.

Want to visit the happiest place on Earth? Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida is just 4.5 hours away for those who want to have some fun with some beloved Disney characters. The theme park offers a variety of attractions to see, such as the Magic Kingdom Park, Epcot, and the Hollywood Studios. It's a great adventure for family and friends.

Albany offers a great selection of stores and shopping options for any taste. Local stores and boutiques throughout  the city offer a range of merchandise like clothing, gifts, and home decor. The Albany Mall has more than 30 stores with everything from bath products to sporting goods. Anchored by JCPenney, Dillard’s, and Books-a-Million, the mall features all of your favorite stores plus a great selection of dining options. Target, Kohl’s, Walmart, and Ross are among the big box stores.

The rich arts and culture scene in Albany won’t fail to entertain anyone. Offering free admission every day, Albany Museum of Art is a must-visit for art lovers. The facility has an impressive collection of 19th-20th-century art from North American and Europe. Several galleries in the museum feature rotating exhibits of national and local artists. The Thronateeska Heritage Center is another great museum in Albany, and features three destinations in one: a history museum, a science museum, a HD dome planetarium at its campus, all perfect for a family day out.

Albany's performing arts include live theatre, music, and various live performances throughout the year. The Albany Symphony Orchestra performs pops and classical concerts include special holiday concerts, while the Albany Municipal Auditorium hosts traveling performers each season. There's also Theatre Albany, a local theatre company that presents stage productions for all ages with titles based on familiar children's books or characters like Peanuts.

Albany's great outdoors offers something to explore or do year-round thanks to a moderate climate. Flint RiverQuarium is the beginning of your recreational opportunities in Albany. This unique aquarium has a blue hole spring with more than 120 creatures and lets you have a face-to-face encounter with the residents of the Flint River Watershed. Watch a dive show or feeding, explore a hatchery, or just see some of the interesting fish that call this area home. Also in Albany is Chehaw, a nature center with 800 acres and dedicated to conservation, preservation, and education. Over 73 species are housed here in natural exhibits, letting visitors see wild animals like cheetahs, meerkats, black bears, and bobcats. While there, you can visit the splash park, and bike the mountain trails. Albany features the Flint River which flows into Lake Chehaw, offering 1,400 acres perfect for fishing, boating, and canoeing. Golf fans can enjoy several local golf courses, including a few open to the public. Children age 1 to 14 have a safe space to play at the Turtle Grove Play Park, which includes a rock-climbing wall, a dinosaur dig exhibit, and several playground structures. Get your exercise and fresh air with the park’s 1.5-mile Greenways Trail System and Horace King Overlook. For both outdoor and indoor fun, All American Fun Park has a range of activities for all ages with two mini-golf courses, laser tag, a roller coaster simulator, and go-karts. Indoor attractions include bumper cars, bowling, and a virtual reality arena.

The South is known for quite a bit of delicious food, and Albany is a great place for food lovers. Harvest Moon is a local favorite for custom pizza pies such as the Purple Pie with eggplant and the Roasted Roaster with Applewood bacon. For good old fashioned Southern cooking, head to Pearly's Famous Country Cooking for some of their famous biscuit sandwiches, breakfast platters, and entrees. For BBQ and seafood, the perfect spot is Blackbeard's B & B Bar-B-Que, a rustic space known for its fried catfish, along with other seafood dishes, steak, and chicken.

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The area is safe and welcoming for families, with the total crime rate decreasing by 5% in recent years. An active and engaged police force of over 200 employees works hard with community leaders to continue that downward trend.