Travel Med Surg RN

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

• Specialty:
  Med Surg
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  12/14/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Dec 14, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an RN for a Trauma Med/Surg unit requiring TN or compact RN licensure and 1 year of recent specialty experience.

• Trauma Med/Surg unit (34 beds) within a Level II Trauma Center
• 6:1 patient ratio
• Tech support available on day and night shifts, with unit secretary coverage 7a-7p
• Uses IV pumps, telemetry, SCDs, continuous pulse ox machines, feeding pumps, PCA, EKG machines, bladder scanners, and iMobile communication technology
• Documentation completed in Meditech
• Schedule consists of three 12-hour shifts per week, including two weekends (4 shifts) per 4-week schedule, 7:00 AM-7:00 PM
• Floating required, with contract labor prioritized for floating on a rotational basis among contract staff

• Active RN license (TN or compact) required
• BLS certification required
• Minimum 2 years of experience required
• Med/Surg experience required, including ability to prioritize care, multitask, start IVs, and perform basic wound care
• Experience maintaining surgical drains, nasogastric tubes, and chest tubes
• US SSN and DOB required for consideration
• One professional reference required (two required for Florida and Missouri candidates)
• No gaps in work history of 90+ days within the past 12 months

• Provide attentive, compassionate patient and family-centered care including bedside shift reporting
• Facility holds Comprehensive Stroke, ACS Verified Level II Trauma Center, and Certified Chest Pain Center designations
• Navy scrub top and bottom required as part of dress code
• Must reside outside a 50-mile radius of the facility; local candidates will not be considered

American Traveler Job  #P-783750. 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

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.