Medical-Surgical RN
Athens, TN
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Summary
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse (RN) - Athens, TN. This role involves providing patient care across adult and geriatric populations in a Medical/Surgical unit. The position offers a night shift schedule, supporting the healthcare needs of the community through dedicated and compassionate nursing practice.

Job Details

• Location: Athens, TN
• Specialty: Medical Surgical Floor
• Shift Time: Nights
• Shift Hours: 12 hours
• Minimum Hours Per Week: 36 hours
• Required Certifications: BLS; RN licensure in Tennessee required prior to start date.
• Years of Experience: 1+ (preferred but not required)
• Schedule: Nights, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week
• Certifications/Licensing: Valid RN license for Tennessee, BLS required prior to start.
• Patient Population: Adults and Geriatric; no pediatric patients.
• Unit Details: Medical/Surgical unit with a max patient load of 24, patient ratios of 6:1, equipped with bladder scanners, glucometers, etc.
• Additional Information:
  • Must have required certifications prior to starting.
  • All clinical staff must be checked against the Tennessee Abuse Registry before beginning work.
  • The unit emphasizes teamwork and a family-like environment.
  • Unit handles diagnoses such as pneumonia, CVA, CP, post-surgical care, electrolyte imbalances, DVT, among others.
  • Dress code is scrubs of any color; casual wear is not acceptable.
  • No float rotation is required.
  • The assignment is from 11/02/2026 to 02/01/2027.

Benefits

• The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits