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Registered Nurse Per Diem Jobs in Tennessee

Top RN Travel Nurse Jobs in Tennessee

We currently offer 4 of the best RN travel jobs in Tennessee RN travel jobs are currently available in cities like Memphis and Nashville. We have new jobs updating daily, so be sure to Apply Now so our specialists can make sure you get first crack. We make it as easy as possible for you to compare RN nursing jobs by allowing you to filter based on traveling nurse salary, shift type, location or duration to find the right job for you.

Today, you can find RN jobs with a salary range between $29 to $38 per hour. The city with the highest paying RN job is currently Memphis with a position for a Intensive Care Unit Nurse (ICU RN) – ICU at $38 per hour.

In Tennessee, there are a number of hospital facilities with RN nursing staff. Vanderbilt Stallworth Rehab Hospital in Nashville are well known in Tennessee.

If you have a specific start date in mind, the earliest start date in Tennessee is Jan 6, 2025 for a Intensive Care Unit Nurse (ICU RN) – ICU role at $38 per hour. The latest start date for an RN job is Jan 6, 2025 for a Medical Surgical Nurse (MS RN) – MS role at $32 per hour. Find additional possibilities by sorting “start date” in the list below.

There are a variety of contract lengths available for a(n) RN travel job.

With great things to do, people to meet and places to see, Tennessee is a popular place for RN travel jobs! Also be sure to check out our resources on how to become a travel nurse and nursing license renewal.

Top Cities in Tennessee with Per Diem Registered Nurse Jobs

AMN Healthcare currently has 4 per diem Registered Nurse positions available in the state of Tennessee. Search the most recent jobs below, or click the button below to view all jobs.

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Highest Paying Jobs in Memphis, TN

AMN Healthcare currently has 2 per diem Registered Nurse positions available in Memphis.
per diem
Intensive Care Unit Nurse (ICU RN)
  • Memphis, Tennessee – 38133
  • 12 N,
  • January 6, 2025
$35 to $38
Hourly Pay*
ICU RN' s provide highly specialized care to patients who suffer from a serious injury or illness. ICU RN' s need to keep watch over people whose condition may undergo rapid changes as well as care for those who are often too ill to care for themselves in even the most basic capacity. ICU RN' s work in the ICU unit of a hospital, sometimes called Critical Care. ICU RN’s may be asked to float to PCU or TeleEducation/Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): 4-Year Education 
  • Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN): 2-Year Education 
  • You must earn an ADN or BSN degree and pass the NCLEX to apply for a license as a RN. 
  • RN ‘s can only work with an active state license.
  • ACLS and CRRT are often required
*Per Diem Shifts Available  Recent Experience Required.
per diem
Telemetry Nurse (TELE RN)
  • Memphis, Tennessee – 38133
  • 12 N,
  • January 6, 2025
$32 to $35
Hourly Pay*
Telemetry RN’s monitor patients’ vital signs by reading and analyzing an electrocardiogram, or another life sign-measuring device. Tele RN’s are required for post-ICU care. Tele RN’s monitor critically ill patients: most are cardiac cases.  Tele RN’s typically work in a hospital setting. Tele RN’s care for patients who are out of the ICU, but need their vital signs monitored closely (after surgery, for example). Education/Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): 4-Year Education 
  • Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN): 2-Year Education 
  • You must earn an ADN or BSN degree and pass the NCLEX to apply for a license as a RN. 
  • RN‘s can only work with an active state license.
  • ACLS and TELE are often required
*Per Diem Shifts Available  Recent Experience Required.
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Highest Paying Jobs in Nashville, TN

AMN Healthcare currently has 2 per diem Registered Nurse positions available in Nashville.
per diem
Medical Surgical Nurse (MS RN)
  • Nashville, Tennessee – 37212
  • 12 D,
  • January 6, 2025
$29 to $32
Hourly Pay*
MS RN's care for adult patients who are acutely ill with a wide variety of medical problems and diseases or are recovering from surgery. Med Surg unit of a facility is where ill patients go to recover before being discharged. They handle large patient loads, juggle multiple patient populations, and adapt to the ever-changing face of nursing care. Although most MS RN's work in the Med Surg unit of hospitals, they can work in a variety of settings includes camps, clinics, schools, and ambulatory care centers.Education/Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): 4-Year Education 
  • Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN): 2-Year Education 
  • You must earn an ADN or BSN degree and pass the NCLEX to apply for a license as a RN. 
  • RN‘s can only work with an active state license.
  • ACLS occasionally required
*per diem options available
per diem
Medical Surgical Nurse (MS RN)
  • Nashville, Tennessee – 37212
  • 12 N,
  • January 6, 2025
$29 to $32
Hourly Pay*
MS RN's care for adult patients who are acutely ill with a wide variety of medical problems and diseases or are recovering from surgery. Med Surg unit of a facility is where ill patients go to recover before being discharged. They handle large patient loads, juggle multiple patient populations, and adapt to the ever-changing face of nursing care. Although most MS RN's work in the Med Surg unit of hospitals, they can work in a variety of settings includes camps, clinics, schools, and ambulatory care centers.Education/Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): 4-Year Education 
  • Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN): 2-Year Education 
  • You must earn an ADN or BSN degree and pass the NCLEX to apply for a license as a RN. 
  • RN‘s can only work with an active state license.
  • ACLS occasionally required
*per diem options available
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Statistics on RN Jobs in Tennessee

View helpful statistics about RN travel nursing jobs based on historical data in Tennessee. This data is based on the last three months of RN job postings. Our statistics are updated regularly, which means you can find the most accurate Registered Nurse job salary trends, the types of shifts, and common contract durations available and more. Learn more about travel nursing salaries.

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FAQs about Registered Nurse Jobs in Tennessee

On average, how much does an RN travel nurse make in Tennessee?

A Registered Nurse nurse in Tennessee can make an average of $33 per hour.

How much does a night shift RN travel nurse make on average in Tennessee?

A: A 12 Hour Night shift Registered Nurse in Tennessee can make an average of $33 per hour based on recent job availability.

How much does a day shift RN make on average in Tennessee?

A: A 12 Hour Day shift Registered Nurse in Tennessee can make an average of $31 per hour based on recent job availability.

How many travel Registered Nurse jobs are currently available in Tennessee?

There are currently 4 Registered Nurse travel nursing jobs available in Tennessee. We also get new jobs daily, so be sure to apply now and a recruiter will help you find the perfect fit as jobs become available.

Historically, what hospitals and healthcare facilities have Registered Nurse staff in Tennessee?

  • Tennessee Interventional and Imaging Associates in Chattanooga
  • St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital Department of Diagnostic Imaging in Memphis
  • St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital Department of Pathology in Memphis
  • Simple Smiles in Johnson City
  • Knoxville Comprehensive Breast Center in Knoxville

How long is the most common RN travel nursing contract in Tennessee?

12 Hour Night shifts was the most common duration for an RN traveling nurse job in Tennessee cities based on the last 6 months.

What are the top paying RN jobs available in Tennessee currently?

Locating RN Travel Nursing Jobs in Tennessee

Cities like Memphis and Nashville currently have RN travel jobs. It’s a great state to work in and is home to facilities like Tennessee Interventional and Imaging Associates, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital Department of Diagnostic Imaging, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital Department of Pathology, Simple Smiles and Knoxville Comprehensive Breast Center which all have RN departments.

Healthcare Facilities in Tennessee that offer Registered Nurse Jobs

These are just examples of some of the healthcare facilities in and around the Tennessee area that have historically offered jobs for Registered Nurse professionals.

Centennial Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 1, 13, and 14
Address
2300 Patterson St
Nashville, TN 37203
Nearby Neighborhoods
Hope Gardens (37219), Downtown Nashville (37219), Buena Vista (37208), Cherokee Park (37212), North Capitol (37219)
Summit Medical Center
Shifts
10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13 and 11
Address
5655 Frist Boulevard
Hermitage, TN 37076
Parkridge Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, and 12 N
Job Durations
13
Address
2333 McCallie Avenue
Chattanooga, TN 37404
Nearby Neighborhoods
Foxwood Heights (37406), North Brainerd (37411), Regency Place (37411), Pineoak Heights (37411), Hillsboro Heights (37406)
Skyline Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, and 12 N
Job Durations
13, 10, and 813
Address
3441 Dickerson Pike
Nashville, TN 37207
Nearby Neighborhoods
Metrocenter / North Roads Park (37228), Metro / Second an dHume (37116), East Germantown (37116), Buena Vista (37228), Troppard Heights (37218)
Johnson City Medical Center
Shifts
10 D, 10 E, 10 N, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12 and 13
Departments
Cardiovascular ICU Cardiovascular Operating Room Dialysis Intensive Care Unit Interventional Radiology Medical Surgical Operating Room Post Anesthesia Care Unit Progressive Care Unit Progressive Care Unit
Address
400 North State of Franklin Rd
Johnson City, TN 37604
Nearby Neighborhoods
Y Section (37604), Clark Manor (37605), Arbor Heights (37605), West Hills (37605), Millercrest (37605)
North Knoxville Medical Center – Metro Knoxville HMA, LLC
Shifts
8 D, 12 D, and 12 N
Job Durations
13
Address
7565 Dannaher Drive
Powell, TN 37849
StoneCrest Medical Center
Shifts
10 D, 12 D, and 12 N
Job Durations
13
Address
200 StoneCrest Boulevard
Smyrna, TN 37167
Nearby Neighborhoods
Valley Green Acres (37167), Tarrytown Estates (37167), Oak Valley (37167), Davis Meadows (37167), Green Acres (37167)
Gateway Medical Center
Shifts
10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12 and 13
Address
651 Dunlop Lane
Clarksville, TN 37040
Nearby Neighborhoods
Bellamy Court (37043), Volunteer Estates (37044), Charlestown Estates (37043), Colony Estates (37043), Chesapeake Estates (37043)
Baptist Memorial Hospital – Memphis
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 10 N, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 13, and 7
Address
6019 Walnut Grove Road
Memphis, TN 38120
Nearby Neighborhoods
River Oaks (38120), The Village (38117), Hedgemoor (38122), Chickasaw Gardens (38113), Morningside Park (38113)
Wellmont Holston Valley Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13
Address
130 West Ravine Street
Kingsport, TN 37660
Nearby Neighborhoods
Cherokee Village (37660), Sevier Terrace (37665), Skyview Estates (37665), Huntington Hills (37660), Preston Forest (37664)
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