Travel Nurse RN - Med/Surg / Telemetry - $1,969 per week in Maryville, TN

Job Opportunity – Progressive Care/Step-Down RN – Tennessee

Start Date: October 19, 2026

Location: Eastern Tennessee

Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants

Schedule: Night shift, 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM, three 12-hour shifts per week. Every other weekend required, with potential adjustment based on staffing needs. Floating to similar units may be required based on census.

Highlights:

• Progressive care/step-down unit serving patients transitioning from ICU without ventilator or pressor support
• Manage cardiac drips including heparin, cardizem, amiodarone, and Sotalol initiation with continuous telemetry monitoring
• Patient population includes those with higher oxygen demands, dialysis patients, atrial fibrillation, and post-cardiac catheterization care
• 6:1 patient ratio with 24 hours of orientation and comprehensive interdisciplinary support including IV teams, respiratory services, and rapid response teams
• Epic EMR charting system utilized throughout the facility
• Flexible contract length options: 13 or 26 weeks available

Requirements:

• Active Tennessee RN license
• Current ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Minimum 1 year of recent progressive care or step-down nursing experience
• Minimum 1 year of Epic EMR experience required
• Experience with 6:1 patient ratios preferred
• Proficiency in cardiac telemetry interpretation, dysrhythmia management, BiPAP/CPAP management, central line care, blood product administration, and post-cardiac catheterization care
• First-time travelers will be considered based on demonstrated experience
• Flu vaccination required (no exemptions available)

Why It's a Great Opportunity:

This progressive care position offers the ideal balance of critical thinking and patient interaction, caring for a diverse cardiac and medical step-down population in a supportive team environment. With extensive interdisciplinary resources and a manageable patient ratio, you'll have the opportunity to deliver high-quality care while advancing your skills in cardiac monitoring and complex medical management. The facility's commitment to professional development and patient-centered care creates an environment where experienced nurses can thrive and make a meaningful difference in patient outcomes.