Travel Nurse RN - Intermediate Care in Nashville, TN

Registered Nurse (RN) | Intermediate Care
Location: Nashville, TN
Agency: Malone Healthcare
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Job ID: 901745

Job Title


Travel RN - Neuro Stepdown (Night Shift)

Location


Nashville, TN | Acute Care / Stepdown

Schedule / Job Type


Contract | Travel | 13 Weeks | Nights, 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM | Weekend shifts expected | Full-Time

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care on a Neuro Stepdown unit with a 4:1 patient ratio, and on the Acute Care side with a 6:1 ratio
• Operate and monitor specialized equipment including Vapotherm, BiPAP, trachs, and titrating cardiac drips on the Neuro Stepdown side; vital sign machines, high-flow oxygen, chest tubes, suction, and various drips on the Acute Care side
• Assist with and support procedures commonly performed on the unit, including lumbar punctures and chest tube placement
• Document patient care accurately using the Meditech electronic documentation system
• Participate in bedside shift reports, daily huddles, and personal connection initiatives in alignment with patient experience standards
• Float to other units as directed following orientation, per facility floating policy

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license valid in Tennessee or compact state eligibility
• Minimum 2 years of nursing experience
• BLS certification required
• ACLS certification required (required for Neuro Stepdown assignment)
• Strong acute care nursing skills and time management abilities
• Stepdown experience required for Neuro Stepdown placement

• Experience with neurological patient populations and stroke protocols
• Familiarity with Meditech or similar electronic health record systems
• Strong critical thinking skills in a fast-paced stepdown or progressive care environment
• Interest or background in ICU-level care, as this unit serves as a strong stepping stone toward critical care

• Work on a well-supported unit with a dedicated charge nurse, unit secretary, and 1-2 techs, alongside a tenured and experienced nursing staff
• Gain exposure to a wide range of neurological and acute care conditions in a recognized facility that values staff through ICARE recognition, shout-out boards, and employee of the month programs