Medical / Surgical Travel RN - $2,016 per week

GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Athens, Tennessee.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty : Med Surg
• Discipline : RN
• Start Date : 11 / 17 / 2025
• Duration : 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift : 12 hours
• Employment Type : Travel

Med / Surg Registered Nurse (RN) Travel Jobs – Athens, Tennessee

Advance your nursing career with a rewarding travel assignment as a Med / Surg Registered Nurse (RN) in Athens, TN (zip code 37303). Join a supportive healthcare team at a modern acute care facility and deliver high-quality patient care to adult and geriatric populations in a Level 3 trauma center. Athens offers a welcoming small-town atmosphere, beautiful parks, and access to scenic outdoor adventures in East Tennessee.

Medical / Surgical RN Job Details

Location : Athens, Tennessee 37303 (East Tennessee nursing jobs)

Healthcare Setting : Medical / Surgical Unit, Level 3 Trauma Center

Employment Type : Travel RN Contract

Start Date : November 17, 2025

End Date : February 16, 2026

Contract Duration : 13 weeks

Shift Schedule : 12-hour shifts (7 : 00 AM – 7 : 00 PM or 7 : 00 PM – 7 : 00 AM), weekends included

Hours per Week : 36

Estimated Weekly Salary : $1,680 - $1,800

Patient Load : Up to 18 patients (expanding to 24)

Electronic Health Record : Medhost

Registered Nurse Qualifications

Active Tennessee RN license (Registered Nurse)

BLS certification (required prior to start)

Minimum 1 year of recent Med / Surg nursing experience

Ability to pass Tennessee Abuse Registry check prior to assignment

Strong teamwork and communication skills

Critical care thinking preferred

Med / Surg RN Responsibilities

Deliver compassionate, evidence-based care to adult and geriatric patients

Manage patient ratios up to 6 : 1 in a busy medical / surgical unit

Monitor and treat common diagnoses : pneumonia, CVA, CP, post-surgical recovery, electrolyte imbalances, DVT

Utilize clinical equipment including bladder scanners and glucometers

Document patient care in Medhost EHR system

Collaborate with a multidisciplinary healthcare team to ensure optimal patient outcomes

Maintain professional appearance (scrub color : any)

Apply now to join our healthcare team in Athens, Tennessee and take the next step in your travel nursing career!

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

About GHR

With over 30 years of healthcare staffing experience, GHR Healthcare is your trusted partner in finding the perfect contract or permanent role in the healthcare industry. Our specialized teams have placed thousands of healthcare professionals nationwide. You will have a dedicated recruiter, providing access to new opportunities and guidance every step of the way. Whatever your career goals, GHR Healthcare is here to support you and find your perfect fit. Get to know us : www.ghrhealthcare.com

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

GHR Healthcare Job ID #429344. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title : Med / Surg

About GHR Healthcare

For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare

professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to

uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive

compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely

cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your

advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and

consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to

learn more.