Tennessee’s ICU demand is anchored by Nashville’s hospital concentration and Memphis’s trauma center. Vanderbilt runs some of the most challenging ICU environments in the Southeast. Compact license and no income tax make Tennessee financially attractive for ICU travelers.
Junxion Med Staffing was built by a traveling surgical tech who knows the difference between agencies that care and agencies that just fill slots. Explore all our Travel ICU RN opportunities nationwide, check out travel healthcare jobs in Tennessee, or keep reading for the specifics on Tennessee contracts.
Why Tennessee for Travel ICU RN Jobs?
Tennessee is an NLC compact state, so if you hold a compact license, you can start your assignment without applying for a separate state license.
Top Facilities and Cities
- Nashville: Vanderbilt University Medical Center Top-ranked academic ICU with complex cardiac and surgical patients
- Nashville: TriStar Centennial HCA flagship with busy medical and surgical ICUs
- Memphis: Regional One Health Center Level I trauma center with high-acuity critical care
- Knoxville: UT Medical Center Regional ICU with consistent traveler demand
Pay and Benefits
Travel ICU RN contracts in Tennessee typically fall in a competitive range. Here is what a Junxion package includes:
- Average weekly pay: $1,900-$2,700/week depending on shift, facility, and experience
- Housing stipend: Junxion provides a competitive stipend so you find your own place. Most experienced travelers prefer this for full control. Learn about how stipends work.
- Meals and incidentals: Tax-free M&IE stipend
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Travel reimbursement and completion bonuses on select contracts
- 401(k) with contribution options
Licensing and Credentialing
Tennessee is a compact state. ICU positions require BLS, ACLS, and CCRN is strongly preferred. Junxion handles Tennessee credentialing.
Active RN license, BLS, ACLS required. CCRN preferred. Minimum 2 years ICU experience. Junxion handles the credentialing paperwork and stays on top of deadlines so you can focus on your work. Check our compact license guide for nursing details.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do Travel ICU RN professionals make in Tennessee?
Weekly pay for Travel ICU RN roles in Tennessee ranges from $1,900-$2,700/week depending on facility, shift differential, and experience. Night and weekend shifts typically pay more. See full pay breakdown.
How quickly can I start a Tennessee assignment?
With a compact license and current credentials, many travelers start within 2-3 weeks. Non-compact holders should plan 4-8 weeks for licensing.
Does Junxion handle credentialing?
Yes. Junxion manages your licensing, certifications, and facility-specific credentialing. Your recruiter coordinates everything so you are ready to start on day one.
Ready to take a Travel ICU RN assignment in Tennessee? Contact Junxion and let us find the right contract for you.
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