Medical/Surgical Telemetry RN
Knoxville, TN
Access Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
$2,333/weekOverview
- Start Date05/18/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Qualifications
- Registered Nurse (2 years)
- Telemetry Nurse or Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse (2 years)
- Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Science in Nursing or Associate of Science in Nursing
Description
Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse - MS/Tele
Location
- Knoxville, Tennessee
Employment Type
- Travel/Contract
Contract Length
- 13 weeks
Shift Details
- Night shift, 3 shifts per week
- 12 hours per shift (7:00 PM to 7:30 AM)
- Total 36 hours per week
Unit Description
- Medical/Surgical Orthopedic Bariatrics
- Patient ratio approximately 1:7-8
- Float required
Weekend Requirement
- Every other weekend or 2 weekends per month
Holiday Time Off Policy
- No time off during holidays or holiday weeks (including Valentine's Day, Easter, Mother's Day, Memorial Day, Father's Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year’s Day, and local spring/fall breaks)
- Holiday time off requests may be addressed onsite with manager after assignment start
Required Qualifications
- Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Tennessee
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
- Minimum of 1 year of telemetry nursing experience within the last year
- Proficient in EKG interpretation and telemetry monitoring
Certifications Summary (Must be valid and uploaded as actual certificates, not photos/screenshots)
- BLS (required)
- NIHSS (required)
- ACLS (preferred)
- Other certifications may be required depending on unit assignment (confirm with management)
Additional Requirements
- Valid driver's license or state ID (color and current)
- Photo for badge: passport style, solid background, no filters or facial piercings
- Utility bill or lease/mortgage statement in candidate’s name with address at least 75 miles from contracted facility
- Onboarding attestation and review of facility-specific documents required prior to start
Experience
- Must have recent required experience in Med/Surg nursing (specific years not stated, but recent experience is mandatory)
Notes
- Travelers requesting time off during holidays will not be accommodated prior to assignment start
- Floating between units is required
- Orientation offered bi-weekly
This position is ideal for experienced Med/Surg RNs comfortable with night shifts, floating, and working in a fast-paced orthopedic/bariatric environment. Compliance with extensive credentialing, immunization, and competency requirements is mandatory.
Employer
Access Healthcare
Access Healthcare aims to provide superior service to our nursing family by providing around the clock support, competitive pay packages and an unmatched benefits package! Unlike other agencies, we offer a true family feel and work with you to find the placement that is right for you. We offer one of the top leading pay packages in the industry and we are ready to get you the money you deserve!
Access Healthcare was founded by two travel nurses, Danielle and Diego, who had a dream and a shared vision of creating an agency which all nurses would want to work with. Our passion has led us to where we are today as one of the top 10 agencies in our home state of New Jersey, with access to contracts in all 50 states! We encourage you to join our team and we cannot wait to get to know you!
About Knoxville, TN
As a Travel Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse in Knoxville, TN here's what you should know:- Slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the cost of living.
- Average summer highs of 87°F and lows of 66°F.
- Average winter highs of 48°F and lows of 30°F.
- Options for short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially in the downtown area.
- Car-friendly city with easily navigable roads.
- Limited public transportation options, so a car is recommended for getting around.
- Diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues include allergies due to the surrounding natural environment.
- Knoxville has a growing community of travel nurses.
- Abundance of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, vibrant art and music scene, strong sports culture with tailgating for University of Tennessee Vols, and plenty of outdoor activities such as hiking, boating, and rafting.
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