Step-Down RN
Knoxville, TN
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights
$2,029/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care107 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Jul 20, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Cardiac Stepdown night shift position in Knoxville, TN, requiring at least 1 year of stepdown experience and active TN or compact RN license.
Details
- Med/Surg Telemetry unit in a hospital setting
- 31-bed Cardiac Stepdown unit
- Patient ratio of 1:4 to 1:6
- Total patient care model
- Night shift schedule, 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM
- Every other weekend required
- No on-call responsibilities
- Floating to other units may be required
- No block scheduling
- Charting via Cerner EMR
- 13-week contract
Requirements
- Active RN license — TN or Compact state license required
- Current BLS and ACLS certifications required (all ALC modules must be completed)
- Minimum 1 year of recent Cardiac Stepdown or Med/Surg Telemetry experience required
- No certifications expiring within the first 30 days of assignment start
- Valid driver's license required for consideration
Additional Information
- Royal blue scrubs required
- Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible
- Candidates who have worked at any CHS facility as permanent staff within the past 2 years will not be considered
- No gaps in work history of 90 days or more within the past 12 months
- RTO requests must be less than one week in duration
Facility
Turkey Creek Medical Center

- Short Term Acute Care
- 107 beds
Employer
American Traveler
75 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Nicole was very proactive and always available when I had a question or needed something. Quick to find the answers to questions that would arise during my assignment. Nicole always kept in touch with me throughout my assignment. Always felt she was on my side!
Cons
None.
Recommends working with American Traveler
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.
About Knoxville, TN
As a Travel Stepdown 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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