Travel RN - Med/Surg

American Traveler; Carthage (TN); On-site; USD 93,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg travel assignment in Carthage, Tennessee. The role requires an active TN or compact RN license, BLS/ACLS, and at least 1 year of experience in a 25-bed critical access hospital setting.

Shift is nights, 3x12s (36 hrs/week) with no call or floating requirements. Start date Sep 28, 2026, length 13 weeks, one opening. Competitive weekly pay and travel stipends are included.

Qualifications

• Active RN license (TN or compact) required.
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required (AHA).
• Minimum 1+ years of RN experience required.
• ADN or BSN required.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality patient care to Med/Surg patients under supervision.
• Maintain patient safety and comfort during 3x12 night shifts.
• Collaborate with nursing team and physicians to manage care plans.

Skills

RN license

BLS/ACLS

One year experience

ADN or BSN

Meditech (preferred)

Education

ADN or BSN

Tools

Meditech

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Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg position requiring a TN or compact RN license and at least 1 year of experience.

Details

• 25-bed critical access hospital setting
• 18-bed Medical/Surgical unit
• Adult and geriatric patient population with occasional pediatric patients
• Common diagnoses include COPD, pneumonia, hip fracture, AMS, falls, UTI, and abdominal pain
• Patient ratio of 1:5
• No call requirements
• No floating requirements

Requirements

• Active RN license (TN or compact) required
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required (AHA certifications required)
• Minimum 1+ years of experience required
• ADN or BSN required
• Experience with IV insertion, foley catheters, pain management, and EMAR required
• Meditech experience preferred
• Must clear Tennessee Abuse Registry check prior to start

Additional Information

• Provide quality patient care to Med/Surg patients under the direction of the Director of MedSurg/Women's Services
• Any scrub color accepted; casual wear not permitted
• Friendly, compassionate demeanor and strong teamwork skills expected
• Candidates must reside 60 miles or greater from the facility to be considered for travel rate
• Cannot have worked as permanent staff at any LifePoint facility within the last 12 months
• Cannot be employed elsewhere full time while on assignment

Pay Overview

$2,002/wk

Assignment Total (13 Weeks): $26,026

Annual Equivalent (52 Weeks): $104,104

Weekly Breakdown

Weekly Wages: $756/wk ($21.00 x 36 hours/wk = $756)

Weekly Stipends: $1,246/wk

Lodging: $110.00 x 7 days = $770

Meals & Incidentals: $68.00 x 7 days = $476

In compliance with state pay transparency laws, we disclose that the estimated weekly pay range for this role is $1,802 - $2,002. The $2,002 weekly pay listed in this posting, along with related figures, corresponds to the higher end of this range.

Location

Carthage, Tennessee

Schedule

Nights, 3x12hrs

Hours: 36 hrs/wk

Start Date

Sep 28, 2026

Length

13 weeks

Openings

1

Actual start date is typically 3-4 weeks from time the offer is received. Start dates are determined based on facility needs and credentialing requirements.

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