Acute | Registered Nurse | 13-Week Travel RN Contract – Gallatin, TN
Compensation
$1,980.00 - 2,080.00/week
Acute RN Details
Location
Address : Gallatin, TN, 37066
Job Description
Travel Registered Nurse (RN) – Orthopedic/Post-Operative Med-Surg | Gallatin, TN
Explore a 13-week travel RN contract in Gallatin, Tennessee, providing acute care to orthopedic and post-operative patients. Join a 23-bed medical-surgical unit supporting adults and adolescents ages 13 and older, with a typical nurse-to-patient ratio of 4–6:1. Gallatin offers a welcoming community, historic downtown, and convenient access to Nashville and outdoor recreation near Old Hickory Lake.
Travel Nursing Job Details
- Location: Gallatin, Tennessee
- Assignment: 13 weeks, November 2, 2026–February 1, 2027
- Estimated Weekly Pay: $1,980–$2,080
- Shift: 12-hour night shifts, approximately 7:00 p.m.–7:30 a.m.
- Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week, typically three shifts
- Weekends: As needed; every third weekend
- Call: None
- Unit: Orthopedic, post-operative, and medical-surgical care in a Level III trauma setting
- Charting: Meditech
- Additional Scheduling: 48-hour guarantees and weekend block scheduling may be discussed
Registered Nurse Job Requirements
- At least 1 year of registered nursing experience; acute care and post-operative nursing experience preferred
- Associate degree in nursing (ASN) or equivalent qualifying nursing education
- Current RN licensure qualifying you to practice in Tennessee
- Current ACLS, BLS, PALS, and NIH certifications
- Willingness to float as needed and participate in the weekend rotation
- Travel candidates must live at least 60 miles from the assignment location
- Completion of the required Tennessee Abuse Registry check before the assignment begins
- Strong patient assessment, teamwork, and customer-service skills, with a compassionate approach to patient care
Acute Care RN Responsibilities
- Provide safe, compassionate nursing care to patients recovering from orthopedic procedures and other surgeries
- Care for patients with post-operative joint, bariatric, gastrointestinal, and trauma-related needs
- Assess patient status, recognize changes, and communicate relevant findings to the care team
- Coordinate care and support recovery in collaboration with patients, families, and interdisciplinary colleagues
- Document nursing care and clinical updates accurately in Meditech
- Adapt to unit needs, including floating when required, while maintaining a collaborative and patient-focused approach
Apply now for this travel nursing opportunity in Gallatin, Tennessee.
Benefits
401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal Opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Equal Opportunity
GHR Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.