Travel Nurse RN - Preoperative - $1,880 per week

Cross Country TravCorps, Inc.; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing allowance

Health insurance

Dependent health insurance

Competitive salaries

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Direct deposit

CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Preoperative for a travel nursing job in Chattanooga, TN. The role involves preparing surgical patients and providing phase 2 recovery in a busy hospital unit.

Qualifications include BLS, ACLS, PALS, TN RN license, and 1+ year in pre-op or surgical recovery. Shift is 12 hours, days, with 36 hours per week for a 13-week assignment.

Qualifications

• BLS, ACLS, PALS certifications required.
• TN RN license and nursing degree from accredited program.
• Minimum 1 year in pre-op, holding area or surgical recovery.
• Experience with IV starts, moderate sedation, prep for surgery.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surgical patients and provide phase 2 recovery.
• Administer IVs and assist with moderate sedation.
• Follow unit policies and guidelines.

Skills

IV starts

Moderate sedation

Preoperative nursing

Nerve blocks

Arterial lines

Central lines

Swan-Ganz catheters

Education

RN license Tennessee

ACLS

PALS

BLS

Tools

IV pumps

Job description

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Preoperative for a travel nursing job in Chattanooga, Tennessee.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Preoperative
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 11/16/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary

Pre-Op Registered Nurse in Chattanooga, TN. This position entails preparing surgical patients for procedures and providing phase 2 recovery in a busy hospital unit. The role offers an excellent opportunity to work with a dedicated team utilizing advanced equipment and technology.

Job Details

• Location: Chattanooga, TN
• Specialty: Pre-Operative (Pre Op) Registered Nurse
• Shift: Days, with schedules including 3-12 hour shifts or 4-10 hour shifts; shift start times typically range from 5:30 am to 7:00 am.
• Schedule: 36 hours per week, minimum of 36 hours.
• Required Qualifications: Certifications in Basic Life Support (BLS), ACLS, PALS; graduate of accredited nursing program; current RN license in state of Tennessee; at least 1 year of experience in pre-op or holding areas, or surgical recovery; experience with IV starts, moderate sedation, getting surgical patients ready for surgery, and providing phase 2 recovery.
• Additional Information: Must possess skills in IV starts, moderate sedation; experienced with nerve blocks, arterial lines, central lines, Swan-Ganz catheters; capable of working within unit-specific policies and guidelines.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience with advanced procedures performed on the unit, such as nerve blocks or arterial lines.

Benefits

the benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

Posted Date: 2026-10-10

Cross Country Job ID #1317445. 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: Registered Nurse / Pre Op Registered Nurses

About Cross Country Nurses

You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.