Travel Nurse RN - Med/Surg / Telemetry - $1,897 per week in Maryville, TN

Job Opportunity – Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Telemetry – Tennessee

Start Date: October 19, 2026

Location: Tennessee

Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants

Schedule: Night shift, 18:45-07:15, three 12-hour shifts per week with every other weekend coverage. Patient ratio 1:6. Floating to other units may be required based on census and clinical need.

Highlights:

• Specialized unit focused on stroke/TIA patients and higher-acuity medical-surgical cases including cardiac, respiratory, and renal diagnoses
• Epic EMR system with Omnicell medication management
• Contract options of 13 to 26 weeks available
• Adult and geriatric patient population with emphasis on exceptional patient experience
• Comprehensive interdisciplinary support including IV teams, respiratory services, pharmacy, and rapid response teams
• Unit performs peritoneal dialysis and continuous bladder irrigation procedures

Requirements:

• Active Tennessee RN license required
• Current ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Minimum 1 year of recent nursing experience; first-time travelers not accepted
• Minimum 1 year of Epic EMR experience required
• Previous charge experience required
• Experience with 1:6 patient ratios
• Prior travel nursing experience required
• Must reside at least 50 miles from facility to qualify for travel assignment
• Flu vaccination required with no exemptions
• Competencies in telemetry monitoring, blood product administration, central line care, insulin and heparin administration, and management of various medical equipment

Why It's a Great Opportunity:

This position offers experienced travel nurses the chance to work in a specialized environment that combines stroke care expertise with high-acuity medical-surgical nursing. The unit prioritizes patient experience while providing comprehensive care for complex diagnoses including stroke, cardiac conditions, respiratory failure, and renal disorders. With strong interdisciplinary collaboration and a patient-centered approach, this role provides professional growth in a supportive clinical setting dedicated to excellent outcomes.