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RN LTAC

TNAA Healthcare

Knoxville, Tennessee

Staffing partner

$1,852/wk

About $96k+/yr

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RNAcute CareCritical CareMedical/SurgicalNursing Management/Admin

Posted May 27, 2026 · Last seen active Jul 29, 2026

What this might mean for you

This role comes through TNAA Healthcare, a staffing partner — assignment-style terms, so ask exactly which facility you'd land in. It's a day shift — the full-speed version of the unit, with every specialist in the building.

About this role

We're looking for Registered Nurses (RNs) for an immediate travel opening in an LTAC (Long-Term Acute Care) facility in Knoxville, TN. The right RN should have at least 1 year of recent experience in a Long-Term Acute Care or similar high acuity setting. Read below for more requirements. As an RN in LTAC, you will care for patients with serious medical conditions who require extended hospital-level care. These patients often have complex needs such as ventilator support, wound care, or post-ICU recovery. You will be responsible for providing direct nursing care, monitoring patients' conditions, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to support patient recovery and discharge planning. As an RN, you should be prepared to perform the following tasks: Perform head-to-toe assessments and respond promptly to changes in patient condition Administer IV medications, manage central lines, and monitor vital signs and lab results Provide ventilator and tracheostomy care, as well as advanced wound management
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Collaborate with respiratory therapists, physicians, and case managers for ongoing treatment plans Support patients with mobility, hygiene, and nutritional needs Supervise LPNs and CNAs, ensuring proper patient care delivery Adhere to strict infection control protocols and facility safety standards Participate in interdisciplinary rounds and communicate patient status updates Document all care activities and interventions accurately and in real time Assist with admissions, transfers, and discharge planning The ideal candidate must have at least one year of experience as an RN in a Long-Term Acute Care setting. Additionally, they should possess a current BLS certification and be eligible for State licensure. Additional certifications may be required. RNs in LTAC should be adaptable, highly skilled in critical care practices, and passionate about supporting patients through complex and prolonged recovery. Requirements*: ACLS, BLS, 2 Years * Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment. Pay: $1,852.28

Skills for this role

head-to-toe assessmentsIV medication administrationcentral line managementvital signs monitoringlab results monitoringventilator caretracheostomy careadvanced wound managementpatient mobility supporthygiene carenutritional supportsupervision of LPNs and CNAs

Certifications

ACLSBLS

Requirements

  • RN
  • Registered Nurse (RN)
  • Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN)
  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
  • RN
  • CNA
  • ACLS
  • BLS
  • 2 Years

About the employer

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TNAA Healthcare
Staffing partner

TNAA Healthcare is a travel nursing staffing agency headquartered in Columbus, OH, that places Registered Nurses in short-term and immediate-fill travel assignments at healthcare facilities across multiple states. The agency requires candidates to have at least one year of experience…

What reviewers appreciate

  • Offers travel assignments across multiple states, providing geographic flexibility
  • Focuses on specialized, high-acuity nursing roles such as EP Lab and PCICU
  • Provides detailed and transparent job descriptions with clear clinical expectations

What reviewers flag

  • Travel assignments require nurses to relocate temporarily, which may involve personal disruption
  • Physical demands are significant, including standing and walking for long periods, bending, leaning, and stooping
  • Nurses must quickly learn complex technologies in fast-paced specialty environments
travel nursingspecialty-focusedcardiac caremultidisciplinary teamworkhigh-acuitytechnology-driven

Living in Knoxville, TN

Nestled in eastern Tennessee near the Great Smoky Mountains, Knoxville blends college-town energy with Southern charm. The Tennessee River winds through the city, and downtown's Market Square offers local dining and events. A mid-sized metro with a growing healthcare presence, Knoxville appeals to nurses seeking outdoor access and community feel.

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Metro price level · Knoxville area
92.6
7% below the national average
Median gross rent
$1,191/mo
rent and tenant-paid utilities

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