Med/Surg RN in Chattanooga, Tennessee
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Chattanooga, TN
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $1,604/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Sep 18, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $44.56
- Weekly
- $1,604
- Yearly (full-time)
- $83,408
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $44.56/hour — 14% above the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Tennessee ($39.18/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.
Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 36 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Tennessee right now
- 1,162 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Tennessee from 7 agencies, 122 of them in Chattanooga.
- Pay in these listings: $24.00 – $87.63/hour, median $47.95/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in Tennessee: $39.18/hour ($81,494/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: AHS Staffing ($52.17/hour across 264 jobs).
Job description
This contract position places you on the cardiac med-surg unit at a busy hospital in Chattanooga, Tennessee. You'll work 12-hour night shifts, providing support within a 30-bed telemetry-focused unit. Your days will involve managing patients on various cardiac drips like Cardizem and heparin, monitoring EKG rhythms, and utilizing advanced telemetry equipment such as GE telemetry and Rover systems. Expect to collaborate with a skilled team, including unit secretaries and PCTs, and to use Meditech documentation. The role offers an engaging opportunity to apply your med-surg and cardiac expertise in a setting recognized for employee satisfaction and equipped with current technology. You'll be expected to demonstrate ACLS certification and proficiency in cardiac rhythm identification while providing care that keeps the unit running smoothly through scheduled, rotating staff coverage, including weekend shifts.
Weather:
Around this time of year, the weather tends to be mild with pleasant temperatures. Expect warm days with sunshine and cooler evenings, making it ideal for outdoor activities and exploring the local area.
Fun Things To Do:
- City Exploration: Discover Chattanooga’s vibrant Riverfront District with its shops, restaurants, and scenic walkways.
- Lookout Mountain: Take a day trip to see Rock City Gardens and the stunning views from Lookout Mountain.
- Chattanooga Aquarium: Visit the world’s largest freshwater aquarium, perfect for a family-friendly day trip.
- Hiking Adventures: Explore nearby trails like the Signal Mountain Loop for scenic outdoor experiences.
- Civil War History: Tour the Chickamauga Battlefield and learn about local history.
Job Specifics:
Location: Chattanooga, Tennessee
Shift: 12-hour night shifts
Duration: 13 weeks
Weekly Hours: 36 hours
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