Med Surg RN
Chattanooga, TN
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs
$1,840/weekOverview
- Start Date10/19/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Travel RN opportunity in Chattanooga, Tennessee: join a collaborative cardiac med-surg team and provide high-quality patient care in a fast-paced inpatient telemetry unit. Chattanooga, TN 37404 offers a scenic, energetic setting with easy access to outdoor recreation, riverfront views, and a vibrant local culture.
Overview
This travel Registered Nurse opportunity is ideal for an RN who enjoys caring for diverse medical-surgical patients while using strong cardiac and telemetry assessment skills. You’ll work alongside an experienced healthcare team in a well-structured 30-bed cardiac med-surg unit with modern monitoring tools and strong staffing support, helping deliver excellent outcomes on every shift.
Job Details
- Job Type: Travel Registered Nurse
- Specialty: Med/Surg RN with cardiac/telemetry focus
- Location: Chattanooga, TN 37404
- Duration: 13 weeks
- Estimated Weekly Pay: $1,640 - $1,730
- Hours: 36 hours per week
- Shift Duration: 12-hour nights
- Schedule: Three 12-hour shifts per week; weekend coverage required based on unit scheduling
- Start Date: October 19, 2026
- Charting System: Meditech
- Unit Setting: 30-bed cardiac med-surg unit
Job Requirements
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license
- At least 1 year of recent med-surg nursing experience preferred
- BLS and ACLS required
- Telemetry experience required
- Strong cardiac telemetry knowledge and EKG rhythm identification skills
- Experience with cardiac medications and drips, including titratable and non-titratable infusions
- Comfort working with Meditech or similar electronic health record (EHR) systems
- Ability to adapt quickly in a travel nursing assignment and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team
Responsibilities
- Provide safe, compassionate nursing care to medical-surgical patients with cardiac needs
- Monitor telemetry and identify rhythm changes promptly
- Administer and manage cardiac drips per protocol and provider orders
- Assess patients, document findings accurately, and communicate changes in condition
- Collaborate with charge nurses, nursing assistants, and unit support staff to maintain efficient patient flow
- Support a patient ratio-focused environment while maintaining high standards of care
- Use clinical judgment to prioritize care and respond to evolving patient needs
- Maintain professionalism and follow unit standards for scheduling, teamwork, and documentation
Apply now to explore this Chattanooga healthcare job and join a supportive travel nursing team today.
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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