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Registered Nurse - Med Surg

📍 Chattanooga, tennessee · · · 36 hrs/week

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Candidate pay rate:$51/hr ≈ $1,836/wk before stipends Quick apply or call (408) 441-9200

Job description

Registered Nurse - Med Surg

Location: Chattanooga, Tennessee

Start Date: 09-14-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM NOC, 12-hour night shifts, with 4 weekend shifts per 4-week schedule

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $51 per hour

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Provide compassionate, patient-centered care to a diverse med-surg population
  • Perform thorough assessments, monitor vital signs, and identify changes in patient status
  • Administer medications, IV therapies, and treatments with precision and safety
  • Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and allied health staff to coordinate seamless care
  • Educate patients and families on diagnoses, care plans, and discharge instructions
  • Document accurately in Meditech and maintain compliance with facility policies

Qualifications

  • Active RN license in Tennessee or compact state
  • 2+ years of med-surg nursing experience
  • Current BLS certification (ACLS preferred)
  • Team-oriented with a compassionate, patient-first attitude
  • Comfortable floating to other med-surg units as needed
  • Meditech EHR experience is a plus

Knowledge & Skills

  • Strong med-surg clinical knowledge and critical thinking abilities
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
  • Proficiency in electronic health records, preferably Meditech
  • Adaptability and flexibility to handle varying patient acuities

Benefits

  • Housing stipend to help you settle in comfortably
  • Medical, Dental & Vision coverage from day one
  • Travel reimbursement to get you to your assignment
  • Referral bonus program for bringing friends along
  • Licensure reimbursement and support
  • A supportive team that truly values your dedication

Travel Perks: Explore Chattanooga, Tennessee

Explore the scenic Tennessee River waterfront, visit the Tennessee Aquarium, stroll across the Walnut Street Bridge, or hike Lookout Mountain and Ruby Falls. Chattanooga's vibrant arts district and outdoor adventures make downtime just as exciting as the job!

Apply Now

Ready to start your next adventure as a Registered Nurse - Med Surg? Let's get you moving forward!

Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.

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Why UHCS

Weekly or bi-weekly pay, medical/dental/vision, a SIMPLE IRA with employer contribution, tests paid on qualifying assignments with payroll deduction available, and one recruiter who stays with you for the whole assignment — reachable after hours. Every placement is credentialed to Joint Commission standards, so your packet is accepted the first time.