Med Surg RN
Chattanooga, TN
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs
$1,840/weekOverview
- Start Date08/31/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Compassionate Registered Nurse needed for a Travel Med-Surg RN assignment in Chattanooga, TN. Join a supportive orthopedic and spine unit in a fast-paced acute care setting and build your clinical experience in one of Tennessee’s most scenic and welcoming cities.
Job Details
- Specialty: Medical-Surgical Nursing (Med/Surg)
- Employment Type: Travel Nurse Assignment
- Location: Chattanooga, TN 37404
- Duration: 13 weeks
- Start Date: 08/31/2026
- Shift: 12-hour nights
- Hours Per Week: 36
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,640 - $1,730
- Openings: 3
- Schedule Notes: 4 weekend shifts per schedule; rotation floating policy
- Documentation System: Meditech
- Unit Highlights: 26-bed ortho/spine unit with supportive staffing resources
Job Requirements
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license
- At least 1 year of Med/Surg or orthopedic nursing experience preferred
- Strong orthopedic background, ideally in acute care or post-op recovery
- Excellent compassion, teamwork, communication, and critical thinking skills
- Ability to work 12-hour night shifts and participate in weekend scheduling
- Comfortable in a fast-paced acute care environment
Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality nursing care to post-op orthopedic and spine patients
- Monitor patient conditions, complete assessments, and report changes promptly
- Support recovery for knee and hip replacements as well as multi-level spine surgeries
- Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, and the care team to promote safe patient outcomes
- Document care accurately and efficiently in the Meditech electronic health record system
- Maintain a professional, patient-centered approach throughout each shift
- Follow unit guidelines while contributing to a positive team atmosphere
Why Apply for This Chattanooga Healthcare Job?
- Travel nursing opportunity in a sought-after Tennessee healthcare market
- Supportive ortho/spine unit with strong staffing resources
- Great opportunity to expand your Med/Surg and orthopedic nursing experience
- Competitive weekly pay and an attractive 13-week assignment
Apply now to join this Travel Med-Surg Registered Nurse opportunity in Chattanooga, Tennessee and take the next step in your healthcare career!
Benefits401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal OpportunityWe are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Employer
GHR Healthcare
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About Chattanooga, TN
As a Travel Medical Surgical Nurse in Chattanooga, TN here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Chattanooga is lower than the national average, making it an affordable city to live in.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living, providing good value for residents.
- Chattanooga experiences average summer highs of around 89°F and winter lows of around 30°F, offering a mix of warm and cool seasons for outdoor activities.
- Short-term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Chattanooga, and they are relatively easy to find due to the city's popularity among tourists and visitors.
- Chattanooga is car-friendly with well-maintained roads and highways.
- Public transportation options include CARTA buses and a free electric shuttle service in the downtown area.
- Chattanooga has a diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the region's flora and fauna.
- The city also has a notable population of travel nurses due to its healthcare facilities.
- Chattanooga offers a variety of activities including diverse restaurants, art institutions, music venues, and sports facilities.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can explore Lookout Mountain, Ruby Falls, Rock City, and enjoy the waterfront and the Tennessee Aquarium.
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