Travel Nurse RN - Med/Surg / Telemetry - $1,894 per week in Maryville, TN

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Start Date: September 21, 2026

Location: Tennessee

Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants

Schedule: Night shift, 18:45–07:15, three 12-hour shifts per week. Every other weekend required. 1:6 nurse-to-patient ratio. Flexible contract options available: 13 or 26 weeks.

Highlights:

• Specialized stroke and TIA inpatient unit with higher acuity medical/surgical patients
• Strong focus on patient experience and quality outcomes
• Epic EMR system with Omnicell medication management
• 30-bed unit with average daily census of 27 patients
• Comprehensive interdisciplinary support including IV teams, respiratory services, rapid response teams, pharmacy, and more
• 24 hours of paid orientation provided

Requirements:

• Active Tennessee RN license required
• Current certifications: ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS (required)
• Minimum 1 year of recent Med/Surg or Telemetry nursing experience
• Minimum 1 year of Epic EMR experience required
• Previous charge experience required
• Experience with 1:6 patient ratios preferred
• Prior travel nursing experience required; first-time travelers not accepted
• Flu vaccination required (no exemptions)
• Willingness to float to other units based on clinical needs and demonstrated competencies

Clinical Experience Required:

• Stroke/TIA, seizure disorders, syncope, pneumonia, chest pain, dialysis (including peritoneal dialysis), acute kidney failure, post-cardiac catheterization care, respiratory failure, encephalopathy, CHF, and sepsis
• Competency in telemetry monitoring, cardiac drip management, blood product administration, BiPAP/CPAP, continuous bladder irrigation, wound care, insulin administration, and isolation precautions
• Experience with central lines, PICC lines, feeding tubes, chest tubes, PCA pumps, and high-flow nasal cannula preferred

Why It's a Great Opportunity:

This position offers the chance to make a meaningful impact in a specialized stroke and telemetry unit that prioritizes exceptional patient care and clinical excellence. You'll work alongside a collaborative interdisciplinary team in a supportive environment that values professional growth and quality outcomes. Join a unit dedicated to delivering outstanding patient experiences while managing complex, high-acuity cases with comprehensive support resources.

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