Travel PreOp / PACU Nurse Salary Guide: Tennessee
Average Travel PreOp / PACU Nurse Salary
$1,914/week
The average salary for a Travel PreOp / PACU Nurse in Tennessee is $1,914 per week. This is 16% lower than the US average of $2,220.
Last updated on October 21, 2026. Based on 8 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.
Travel PreOp / PACU Nurse salaries in Tennessee compared to National Averages
$1,914/week
Tennessee
16% lower than the US average.
$2,220/week
United States
What cities in Tennessee pay the most for Travel PreOp / PACU Nurses?
Smyrna, Tennessee pays Travel PreOp / PACU Nurses the most, averaging $1,928 per week, followed by Nashville, Tennessee ($1,758). Smyrna, Tennessee also has the highest ceiling, with max weekly pay reaching $1,954. For comparison, the Tennessee average for Travel PreOp / PACU Nurses is $1,914 per week — Smyrna, Tennessee pays 1% more.
| City | Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Smyrna, Tennessee | $1,928 | $1,954 |
| Nashville, Tennessee | $1,758 | $1,783 |
How does the pay for Travel PreOp / PACU Nurses in Tennessee compare to nearby states?
Ohio pays Travel PreOp / PACU Nurses the most, averaging $2,205 per week, followed by Kentucky ($2,106) and North Carolina ($1,998). Ohio also has the highest ceiling, with max weekly pay reaching $2,520. For comparison, the Tennessee average for Travel PreOp / PACU Nurses is $1,914 per week — Ohio pays 15% more.
| Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | $2,205 | $2,520 |
| Kentucky | $2,106 | $2,362 |
| North Carolina | $1,998 | $2,268 |
| Virginia | $1,919 | $2,458 |
| Georgia | $1,905 | $2,502 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Travel PreOp / PACU Nurse jobs in Tennessee?
Care Career pays Travel PreOp / PACU Nurses the most, averaging $2,336 per week, followed by Fusion Medical Staffing-Nursing ($1,948) and Coast Medical Service ($1,874). For comparison, the Tennessee average for Travel PreOp / PACU Nurses is $1,914 per week — Care Career pays 22% more.
| Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Care Career | $2,336 | $2,336 |
| Fusion Medical Staffing-Nursing | $1,948 | $1,954 |
| Coast Medical Service | $1,874 | $1,957 |
| Jackson Nurse Professionals | $1,873 | $1,873 |
| Triage Staffing | $1,811 | $1,890 |
Last updated on October 21, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

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PACU Registered Nurse
- Chattanooga, TN
- Trustaff
- 5x8 hrs, Days
- Referral Bonus
$2,004/week
Travel Nurse RN - PreOp / PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
- Hermitage, TN
- Coast Medical Service
- 4x10 hrs, Days
$1,957/week
Travel Nurse RN - PreOp / PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
- Smyrna, TN
- Fusion Medical Staffing-Nursing
- 5x8 hrs, Days
- Referral Bonus
$1,954/week
PACU Registered Nurse
- Chattanooga, TN
- Medical Solutions
- 5x8 hrs, Days
- Referral Bonus
$1,919/week
Travel Nurse RN - PreOp / PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
- Smyrna, TN
- Triage Staffing
- 4x10 hrs, Flexible
$1,890/week
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