Travel Medical Surgical RN - $1,866 per week

American Traveler
  • Nashville, TN
  • $1,866 Per Week
3 days ago

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Nashville, Tennessee.

Job Description & Requirements

  • Specialty: Med Surg
  • Discipline: RN
  • Start Date: 09/08/2026
  • Duration: 16 weeks
  • 36 hours per week
  • Shift: 12 hours, nights
  • Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

  • Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
  • Hours: 36 hrs/wk
  • Start Date: Sep 8, 2026
  • Length: 16 weeks
  • Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Medical Surgical position requiring 1 year of experience and comfort working with a forensic/prison patient population.

Details

  • Work in the Medical Surgical unit of a hospital environment
  • Night shift schedule (3x12 hours), 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM
  • Float required to other MS/Tele units, including forensics and inpatient units
  • No on-call responsibilities due to strict no-call policy
  • 16-week contract length

Requirements

  • Active TN state RN license or compact multi-state license required
  • Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS), and CPI (MAB accepted in lieu of CPI)
  • Minimum 1 year of Medical Surgical nursing experience required
  • Must be comfortable working with a prison/forensic patient population

Additional Information

  • Provide medical-surgical nursing care including wound care, IV therapy, cardiac monitoring, and medication administration
  • Skills in tracheostomy care, PCA management, and dysrhythmia interpretation are valued
  • Holiday coverage required, with nurses assigned to work 3 of 6 major holidays (Thanksgiving, Black Friday, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, New Year's Day) based on holiday group assignment
  • Schedule swaps with peers may be arranged to accommodate personal holiday preferences
  • Locals and first-time travelers are welcome to apply at the same rate

American Traveler Job ID #P-741125. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Med/Surg

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.

 

Numbers & Facts

LocationNashville, TN

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