Travel Nurse RN - Float
Knoxville, TN
Wellspring Nurse Source
3x12 hrs, Days
$2,007/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
- SettingFloat
Pay
Description
Job Overview
A skilled Registered Nurse is needed for an Acute Care Float position, with assignments made by the nursing supervisor as staffing needs arise. This role involves providing care across various medical specialties and requires adaptability and teamwork.
Shift and Hours
- Shift: Day, 3x12-Hour (06:45 AM - 07:15 PM)
- Length: 12-hour shifts with a 30-minute lunch break
Patient Care Ratios
The nurse-to-patient ratios will vary based on the needs of the unit but typically maintain a standard of 1 nurse to 6 patients.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in a comparable acuity hospital setting
- Certification: Basic Life Support (BLS) required
- Must possess an active, unencumbered Tennessee (or multi-state) RN license
- Cerner EMR experience is essential
Travel and Scheduling Requirements
- First-time travelers are considered for the role
- Weekend availability required every other weekend
- Block scheduling is not accommodated
- No on-call duties required
Specialization Areas
This position will float to various units including:
- Medical Comfort Care
- Surgery and GI
- Trauma
- Medical
- Observation
- Oncology
- Medical Nephrology
- Orthopedic
- Joint Replacement/Orthopedic
- Neuro
- Vascular
- Pulmonary
- Cardiac Surgery
- Cardiac
Compliance and Attire
Please note that scrubs must be Royal Blue in color.
Employer
Wellspring Nurse Source
23 nurses recommend working with Wellspring Nurse Source
Pros
It was a pleasure working with Jolea Little. She responded very quickly to any questions I had. She is very professional; immediately submit any position I chose. She is a wonderful professional recruiter with a great sense of humor. I would be happy to work with Jolea Little in the future. Sincerely Galina Volkova CST
Cons
None
Recommends working with Wellspring Nurse Source
22 nurses found this helpful
Wellspring One (formerly Wellspring Nurse Source) is a nurse-owned and operated healthcare staffing company built around one simple belief: clinicians deserve exceptional support. Our team is honored to represent what we believe is the greatest workforce on earth, and we work every day to support our clinicians with the same level of excellence they bring to their patients.
Wellspring One was named one of SIA’s Best Staffing Firms to Work For in 2026, a recognition that reflects our commitment to building a culture where clinicians feel supported, valued, and set up for success. From onboarding and compliance to payroll, career guidance, and on-assignment support, our dedicated Clinician Success Team is with you every step of your travel journey.
We’re not focused on becoming the biggest staffing company. Our goal is to be the best partner you’ll ever work with.
If you’re looking for a team that will advocate for you, support you, and help you find the right opportunities at the best rates, we’d love to be part of your journey.
About Knoxville, TN
As a Travel Float Nurse in Knoxville, TN here's what you should know:- Slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the cost of living.
- Average summer highs of 87°F and lows of 66°F.
- Average winter highs of 48°F and lows of 30°F.
- Options for short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially in the downtown area.
- Car-friendly city with easily navigable roads.
- Limited public transportation options, so a car is recommended for getting around.
- Diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues include allergies due to the surrounding natural environment.
- Knoxville has a growing community of travel nurses.
- Abundance of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, vibrant art and music scene, strong sports culture with tailgating for University of Tennessee Vols, and plenty of outdoor activities such as hiking, boating, and rafting.
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