Med Surg RN
Nashville, TN
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights
$1,884/weekOverview
- Start Date10/12/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care655 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Oct 12, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg RN for a night shift position requiring TN or compact RN licensure and NIHSS certification.
Details
- Med/Surg unit within a hospital setting with 36 beds
- Patient ratios of 1:4 to 1:5
- Patient population includes wound care, tracheostomy, ostomy, drains, chest tubes, stroke and seizure patients, with some requiring dialysis or PCA pumps
- Post-op care includes amputations, ostomy, drains, chest tubes, oral surgeries, and wound vacs
- Only IV drip administered is Heparin
- Uses equipment including PD cyclers, Welch Allyn VS carts, Hoyer lifts, Broda chairs, and Alaris IV pumps
- Documentation completed in Meditech
- Night shift schedule from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM
- Required to work 4 weekend shifts within a 4-week block
- Floating required to support core staff as needed
- Unit is supported daily by a secretary and PRN techs
Requirements
- Active TN or compact RN license required
- BLS and NIHSS certifications required
- Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
- Prior Med/Surg nursing experience required
- Skilled in basic patient assessments and care for wounds, tracheostomy, ostomy, drains, chest tubes, stroke, and seizure patients
- Experience with dialysis and PCA pump management preferred
- US SSN and date of birth required for consideration
- One professional reference required
Additional Information
- Provide bedside shift reporting and conduct safety checks every 1-2 hours with a focus on communication and responsiveness
- Participate in HAI prevention practices including CVC and Foley monitoring with standard precautions
- Follow fall prevention protocols and 100% medication scanning, including controlled substances
- Scrub colors accepted include navy, blue, white, black, gray, and ceil blue
- Join a supportive and experienced team with strong charge nurse and leadership presence
- All travelers treated as core staff with equal accountability and recognition
- Must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible
- No gaps in work history exceeding 90 days within the past 12 months
Facility
TriStar Centennial Medical Center
4 nurses recommend working with TriStar Centennial Medical Center
- Short Term Acute Care
- 655 beds
Employer
American Traveler
83 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Sebrona has been an incredible recruiter to work with during my job search for travel vascular sonography positions. From our very first conversation, she took the time to actually understand what I was looking for, not just throwing generic openings at me, but paying attention to my specialty, my preferences, and my timeline. She's responsive, communicative, and genuinely invested in finding the right fit rather than just filling a slot. Any time I had a question, she got back to me quickly with clear, honest answers. No runaround, no overselling a position just to close it out. Working with Sebrona has made the often stressful process of job hunting feel a lot more manageable. I'd recommend her to any traveler looking for a recruiter who actually listens and follows through.
Cons
None
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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.
Nashville, TN
About
Nashville is Tennessee's capital city and lies along the Cumberland River. With its mild climate, it’s enjoyable to live, work and play in this musical city year-round. Nashville’s music scene has many draws, with attractions like the Grand Ole Opry, the Musicians Hall of Fame & Museum, the Country Music Hall of Fame & Museum and countless honky-tonk bars. Even if you aren't into music, other attractions appeal to a wide array of tastes, including historical landmarks like Andrew Jackson's Hermitage, where visitors can get an up-close look at the seventh president's home life on a guided tour. The Adventure Science Center, the Frist Art Museum and the Tennessee State Museum are just a few other popular institutions. Shopping enthusiasts won't want to miss Marathon Village, a former automobile plant, now serving as a contemporary space for art galleries, studios and flagship stores like Jack Daniel's General Store.
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