TravelNurseSource is working with Concentric Healthcare Staffing to find a qualified IMC RN in Nashville, Tennessee, 37203!
Job Title
Travel RN – Neuro Stepdown (Night Shift)
Location
Nashville, TN | Acute Care / Stepdown
Schedule / Job Type
Contract | Travel | 13 Weeks | Nights, 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM | Weekend shifts expected | Full-Time
Key Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care on a Neuro Stepdown unit with a 4:1 patient ratio, and on the Acute Care side with a 6:1 ratio
- Operate and monitor specialized equipment including Vapotherm, BiPAP, trachs, and titrating cardiac drips on the Neuro Stepdown side; vital sign machines, high-flow oxygen, chest tubes, suction, and various drips on the Acute Care side
- Assist with and support procedures commonly performed on the unit, including lumbar punctures and chest tube placement
- Document patient care accurately using the Meditech electronic documentation system
- Participate in bedside shift reports, daily huddles, and personal connection initiatives in alignment with patient experience standards
- Float to other units as directed following orientation, per facility floating policy
Required Qualifications
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license valid in Tennessee or compact state eligibility
- Minimum 2 years of nursing experience
- BLS certification required
- ACLS certification required (required for Neuro Stepdown assignment)
- Strong acute care nursing skills and time management abilities
- Stepdown experience required for Neuro Stepdown placement
Preferred Experience / Skills
- Experience with neurological patient populations and stroke protocols
- Familiarity with Meditech or similar electronic health record systems
- Strong critical thinking skills in a fast-paced stepdown or progressive care environment
- Interest or background in ICU-level care, as this unit serves as a strong stepping stone toward critical care
Why Join Us
- Work on a well-supported unit with a dedicated charge nurse, unit secretary, and 1–2 techs, alongside a tenured and experienced nursing staff
- Gain exposure to a wide range of neurological and acute care conditions in a recognized facility that values staff through ICARE recognition, shout-out boards, and employee of the month programs