Med Surg RN
Newport, TN
Concentric Healthcare Staffing
3x12 hrs, Nights

Candidates residing within 50–100 miles of the facility may be subject to a reduced rate or may not be accepted.

Applicants must have worked in this unit or setting within the past year to be considered for this position.

Job Title

Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical (Travel)

Location

Newport, TN | Acute Care

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | 13 Weeks | Nights 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM | Expected 72 hours bi-weekly

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect patient care services addressing the psychosocial, physical, developmental, and general aspects of care for a Medical Surgical patient population
• Meet the communication needs of patients and families throughout the care continuum
• Communicate with physicians regarding changes in patient condition, including results of diagnostic studies and symptomatology
• Deliver care that reflects initiative and responsibility consistent with professional nursing expectations
• Manage a patient assignment within a 1:6 nurse-to-patient ratio on a 24-bed unit
• Note: Position will be required to work Christmas Day; no on-call requirements and no floating required

Required Qualifications

• Active RN licensure in the state of Tennessee
• Current ACLS, BLS, and PALS certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of Medical Surgical RN experience
• Proficiency with Cerner EMR
• All required licenses and certifications must be submitted with application or submission will not be considered
• Must reside more than 50 miles from the facility — local candidates are not eligible

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience working in an acute care inpatient Medical Surgical setting
• Familiarity with managing higher-acuity patient loads within a structured nurse-to-patient ratio environment

Why Join Us

• Straightforward night shift schedule with no on-call requirements and no floating obligations
• Short-term 13-week contract offering an opportunity to gain experience in a community-based acute care environment in East Tennessee