Med Surg RN
Chattanooga, TN
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Oct 19, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an RN for a Med/Surg position requiring a TN or compact RN license and overnight shift availability.

Details

• 30-bed Med/Surg unit (2 West)
• Patient ratio of 1:6
• Night shift schedule, 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM
• Unit staffed with 2-3 techs per shift, clinical coordinator, charge nurse, manager, and director
• Uses wound vac, heparin gtt, suction, IV pumps, glucometers, bladder scanner, feeding pump, and telemetry equipment
• Charting performed in Meditech
• Every other weekend and holiday rotation required
• Float required between 2 North and 2 West units

Requirements

• Active TN or compact RN license required
• BLS certification required
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Skilled in IV starts, NGT placement, wound care, and cardiac rhythm interpretation
• No gaps in work history exceeding 90 days within the past 12 months
• US SSN and DOB required for consideration
• One professional reference required

Additional Information

• Provide direct patient care including lab draws and IV starts
• Deliver a positive patient experience and escalate concerns through the chain of command as needed
• Navy scrubs required; no fleece or sweatshirts permitted
• Family-oriented environment with visible leadership and self-scheduling options
• Recognition programs include Daisy and Bee awards, employee points, and colleague-to-colleague recognition
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility; no local candidates accepted
• First-time travelers may be considered