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

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Nov 2, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an RN for a Med/Surg position requiring a TN or compact RN license, BLS certification, and at least 1 year of experience.

Details

• Medical/Surgical unit in a Level 3 trauma acute care hospital
• Patient population includes adults and geriatric patients, no pediatrics
• Common diagnoses include pneumonia, CVA, chest pain, post-surgical care, electrolyte imbalances, and DVT
• Patient ratio of 6:1 with current unit census up to 18 patients, potentially increasing to 24
• Uses bladder scanners, glucometers, and other standard equipment
• Charting is done in Medhost EHR
• Night shift schedule from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM
• 36 guaranteed weekly hours with every other weekend required
• No call requirements
• No floating required

Requirements

• Active TN or compact RN license required
• BLS certification required
• Minimum 1 year of RN experience required
• Critical care thinking skills preferred
• Must clear Tennessee Abuse Registry check prior to assignment start

Additional Information

• Provide direct nursing care to adult and geriatric Med/Surg patients
• Collaborate closely with the Director of MedSurg/ICU and unit team
• Candidates must live 60 miles or greater from the facility to be considered for travel assignment eligibility
• Cannot have worked as permanent staff at any LifePoint facility within the past 12 months
• Cannot be employed full-time elsewhere while on assignment
• Scrubs of any color are acceptable; casual attire is not permitted
• First-time travelers may be considered