Registered Nurse - Med Surg
Knoxville, TN
Concentric Healthcare Staffing
3x12 hrs, Days
$2,059/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Job Title
Registered Nurse (RN) – Medical Surgical / Telemetry (Travel)
Location
Knoxville, Tennessee
Schedule / Job Type
Contract | Travel | 13 Weeks | Full-Time | Onsite | Days (7:00 AM – 7:00 PM) | Projected Start: 07/20/2026
Key Responsibilities
- Provide total patient care for Medical Surgical and Telemetry patients in a 31-bed unit
- Manage a patient ratio of 1:6 to 1:7 during day shift hours
- Document patient care and assessments accurately using Cerner EMR
- Float to other Medical Surgical floors as required by unit needs
- Adhere to facility protocols, dress code (royal blue scrubs), and compliance standards
Required Qualifications
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) licensure
- Current BLS certification
- Current ACLS certification (all ALC modules must be completed)
- Minimum 1 year of Medical Surgical nursing experience
- Ability to provide total patient care
- Must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to qualify as a traveler
Preferred Experience / Skills
- Prior experience with Cerner EMR
- Previous travel nursing experience in a Medical Surgical or Telemetry setting
Why Join Us
- Guaranteed 72 hours biweekly with a consistent day shift schedule
- Opportunity to gain experience in a well-established Medical Surgical and Telemetry unit
Employer
Concentric Healthcare Staffing
Recognized by both RNVIP and AlliedVIP as a Top Agency for 2024 and 2025, Concentric Healthcare Staffing continues to set the standard for transparency, education, and partnership in healthcare staffing. Concentric connects nursing, allied, therapy, and behavioral health professionals to rewarding travel and PRN opportunities across the country, building experiences rooted in clarity and trust.
The company believes healthcare professionals deserve more than job listings; they deserve insight. Recruiters act as consultants who explain market trends, pay structures, and facility expectations so every clinician understands the “why” behind each opportunity. This educational approach empowers travelers and PRN staff to make decisions that align with their personal goals and professional growth.
Concentric offers both travel contracts and per diem (PRN) staffing, giving healthcare professionals flexibility and facilities dependable coverage. With dedicated Travel Nursing, Allied and Therapy, and Per Diem Divisions, the team provides specialized support tailored to each discipline.
Concentric measures success by the confidence and satisfaction of the professionals it serves. Whether guiding a nurse to their next adventure, an allied clinician seeking balance, or a behavioral health professional choosing flexible PRN work, Concentric’s mission remains clear: to support, educate, and empower those who care for others
About Knoxville, TN
As a Travel Medical Surgical 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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