TravelNurseSource is working with Concentric Healthcare Staffing to find a qualified Med/Surg RN in Nashville, Tennessee, 37203!
Job Title
Travel RN – Medical Surgical (Night Shift)
Location
Nashville, TN | Acute Care
Schedule / Job Type
Contract | Travel | 13 Weeks | Nights (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM) | Projected Start: September 14, 2026
Key Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive patient assessments and provide general care for a 36-bed Medical Surgical unit with a 1:4 to 1:5 patient ratio
- Manage and maintain wounds, tracheostomies, ostomies, drains, chest tubes, and care for patients experiencing strokes or seizures
- Operate and monitor PD Cyclers, Alaris IV pumps, and administer Heparin drips; support patients requiring dialysis or PCA pumps
- Provide post-operative care for patients following amputations, ostomy procedures, oral surgeries, and wound vac placements
- Conduct bedside shift reports, perform safety checks every 1–2 hours, and maintain focus on communication and responsiveness
- Adhere to 100% medication scanning (including controlled substances), HAI prevention protocols, fall prevention measures, and CVC/Foley monitoring with standard precautions
Required Qualifications
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license
- Minimum 2 years of Medical Surgical nursing experience
- BLS certification required
- NIHSS certification required
- Proficiency with Meditech documentation system preferred; must be able to adapt quickly
- Ability to fulfill scheduling requirements including 4 weekend shifts per 4-week block and floating over core staff as needed
Preferred Experience / Skills
- Experience with PD Cyclers, Hoyer Lifts, Welch Allyn VS Carts, and Alaris IV pumps
- Familiarity with post-operative care including chest tubes, wound vacs, and drain management
- Experience caring for stroke and seizure patient populations
- Background in HAI prevention practices including CVC and Foley catheter monitoring
Why Join Us
- Join a collaborative, energetic team with supportive charge nurses and experienced leadership committed to a smooth onboarding experience
- Travel clinicians are treated as core staff and recognized equally for their contributions to patient outcomes