
OR RN in Nashville, Tennessee
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Nashville, TN
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,184/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Sep 10, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $60.67
- Weekly
- $2,184
- Yearly (full-time)
- $113,568
- Contract length
- 26 weeks
This job pays about $60.67/hour — 55% 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, 313 of them in Nashville.
- 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
Join a prominent thoracic and vascular surgical team at a large Nashville hospital for a 26-week travel contract. As an RN on this specialized unit, you will work 12-hour day shifts from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Friday, with the opportunity to experience complex endovascular procedures and a diverse patient population including transplant, trauma, neuro, and general cases. Your role will involve assisting in a busy 1000+ bed hospital, floating between ORs and procedural areas, and participating in late stays when the unit demands. This position requires thoracic/vascular expertise, scrub experience, and current certification. Prior travel experience is preferred. You will be part of a team dedicated to high-acuity care, contributing to various surgeries such as neuro, trauma, ortho, GYN, urology, ENT, plastics, and more.
Weather:
Around this time of year, Nashville typically experiences mild and comfortable weather, with warm days and cooler evenings. It’s a season perfect for exploring outdoor parks and enjoying the changing scenery without the extremes of summer heat or winter chill.
Fun Things To Do:
- Day Trip to Cheekwood Estate & Gardens: Explore scenic gardens, art exhibits, and beautiful architecture just a short drive away.
- Visit the Nashville Parthenon: Discover this full-scale replica of the Athenian original in Centennial Park, perfect for history and architecture enthusiasts.
- Day Trip to Natchez Trace Parkway: Embark on a scenic drive or walk along this historic trail that offers stunning views and tranquility.
- Explore Music Row: Dive into Nashville’s rich musical heritage with studio tours and live performances.
- Enjoy Local Cuisine and Live Music Downtown: Savor Southern flavors and vibrant city life in the heart of Nashville’s entertainment district.
Job Specifics:
Location: Nashville, Tennessee
Shift: 12-hour days (7 a.m. to 7 p.m.)
Duration: 26 weeks
Hourly Commitment: 36 hours per week
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