Travel Orthopedic Surgery RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Orthopedics Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Gallatin, Tennessee.

• Specialty:
  Orthopedics
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/02/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 2, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg
- Orthopedics RN for a night shift position at a Level III Trauma Center, requiring a TN or compact RN license and 1+ years of experience.

• Med/Surg
  - Ortho unit providing post-operative joint, bariatric, GI, and trauma patient care
• 23-bed unit with a patient ratio of 4-6:1
• Patient population includes geriatric, adult, and peds (13 and older)
• Uses Meditech EHR
• Night shift schedule, 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM
• Weekend work required every third weekend
• Floating required as needed
• No call requirements

• Active TN or compact RN license required
• Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, PALS, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
• Minimum 1 year of RN experience required
• ASN degree required
• Tennessee Abuse Registry check required prior to start date

• Provide care to post-operative joint, bariatric, GI, and trauma patients
• Strong assessment skills, teamwork, and customer service orientation preferred
• Works within a Level III Trauma Center environment
• Scrubs of any color accepted; t-shirts must display hospital logo and acrylic nails are not permitted
• Weekly orientation held on Mondays
• Candidates must reside 60 miles or more from the facility to be eligible for travel assignment
• Not eligible if previously employed as permanent staff at any LifePoint facility within the last 12 months
• Cannot be employed elsewhere full-time while on assignment

American Traveler Job  #P-769440. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title:
Travel RN
- Med/Surg
- Orthopedics

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.