Travel Nurse RN - Medical-Surgical in Nashville, TN

Key Responsibilities Perform basic patient assessments and provide general care including wound management, tracheostomy, ostomy, drains, chest tubes, and support for stroke and seizure patients. Why Join Us Join a collaborative, energetic team with supportive charge nurses and experienced leadership committed to a smooth onboarding experience.

Job Title

Travel RN – Medical Surgical (Night Shift)

Location

Nashville, Tennessee

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Travel | 13 Weeks | Full-Time | Nights (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM) | Onsite | Projected Start: September 14, 2026

Key Responsibilities

• Perform basic patient assessments and provide general care including wound management, tracheostomy, ostomy, drains, chest tubes, and support for stroke and seizure patients
• Manage post-operative patients following procedures such as amputations, ostomy, oral surgeries, and wound vac placements
• Administer and monitor Heparin drips, PCA pumps, and dialysis support as needed for the patient population
• Conduct bedside shift reports, perform safety checks every 1–2 hours, and maintain focus on communication and patient responsiveness
• Ensure 100% medication scanning including controlled substances, and adhere to HAI prevention protocols including CVC and Foley monitoring
• Participate in fall prevention initiatives and maintain compliance with attendance and unit policies

Required Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Minimum 2 years of Medical Surgical nursing experience
• Current BLS certification
• NIHSS certification required
• Proficiency with Meditech documentation system
• Ability to fulfill scheduling requirements including 4 weekend shifts per 4-week block and willingness to float over core staff

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience operating PD Cyclers, Alaris IV Pumps, Hoyer Lifts, and Welch Allyn VS Carts
• Familiarity with chest tube management and wound vac therapy
• Experience in a high-acuity Medical Surgical unit with a diverse post-operative patient population

Why Join Us

• Join a collaborative, energetic team with supportive charge nurses and experienced leadership committed to a smooth onboarding experience
• Travel nurses are treated as core staff and recognized equally for their contributions to patient outcomes