RN Staff Nurse Jobs in Tennessee
RN Staff Nurse jobs in Tennessee are open across Columbia, Chattanooga, and Lewisburg and other Tennessee metros, with employers like Maury Regional Health, Erlanger, and Vanderbilt Integrated Providers hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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RN, Staff Nurse - Baroness Hospital - Emergency Department - PRN (47152)
Job Summary:
A registered professional nurse employed by Erlanger Medical Center is responsible for direct and/or indirect care of the patient.
Education:
Required:
- Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing.
- De-escalation training
Preferred:
- TNCC or comparable education within 1 year
- CEN highly recommended.
Experience:
Required:
- Knowledge of general nursing principles and practice skills; knowledge of organizational functions, policies and regulations; knowledge of current trends and new developments; knowledge of principles and practices of nursing, applicable to those areas requiring special education.
- Greater than 2 years nursing experience
Preferred:
- One year emergency nursing highly recommended.
Position Requirement(s): License/Certification/Registration
Required:
- Current licensure to practice nursing in the State of Tennessee.
- BLS and ACLS completed prior to going to the unit/department and maintained going forward
- PALS or ENPC (Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course)
The Nurse Licensure Compact will not change how to obtain or renew a Tennessee license. However, the Tennessee nursing license will be a single state license for Tennessee Residents or non-compact state residents. Tennessee licensure or multistate licensure from a compact state must be obtained within three months of hire for non-Tennessee residents.
Preferred:
- TNCC, or comparable certification within 1 year
- CEN
Department Position Summary:
The Emergency Nurse is responsible for providing age specific care through the assessment, nursing diagnosis, and treatment of perceived, actual or potential, sudden or urgent, physical or psychosocial problems that are primarily episodic or acute. Resolution may require minimal care or life-support measures, patient and family education, appropriate referral, and knowledge of legal implications.
The emergency nurse must interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her population-specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the unit's policies and procedures.
RN, Staff Nurse - Baroness Hospital - Emergency Department - PRN (47152)
Job Summary:
A registered professional nurse employed by Erlanger Medical Center is responsible for direct and/or indirect care of the patient.
Education:
Required:
- Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing.
- De-escalation training
Preferred:
- TNCC or comparable education within 1 year
- CEN highly recommended.
Experience:
Required:
- Knowledge of general nursing principles and practice skills; knowledge of organizational functions, policies and regulations; knowledge of current trends and new developments; knowledge of principles and practices of nursing, applicable to those areas requiring special education.
- Greater than 2 years nursing experience
Preferred:
- One year emergency nursing highly recommended.
Position Requirement(s): License/Certification/Registration
Required:
- Current licensure to practice nursing in the State of Tennessee.
- BLS and ACLS completed prior to going to the unit/department and maintained going forward
- PALS or ENPC (Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course)
The Nurse Licensure Compact will not change how to obtain or renew a Tennessee license. However, the Tennessee nursing license will be a single state license for Tennessee Residents or non-compact state residents. Tennessee licensure or multistate licensure from a compact state must be obtained within three months of hire for non-Tennessee residents.
Preferred:
- TNCC, or comparable certification within 1 year
- CEN
Department Position Summary:
The Emergency Nurse is responsible for providing age specific care through the assessment, nursing diagnosis, and treatment of perceived, actual or potential, sudden or urgent, physical or psychosocial problems that are primarily episodic or acute. Resolution may require minimal care or life-support measures, patient and family education, appropriate referral, and knowledge of legal implications.
The emergency nurse must interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her population-specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the unit's policies and procedures.
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RN Staff Nurse Job Market in Tennessee
A snapshot from current Tennessee openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Maury Regional Health52
- Erlanger25
- Vanderbilt Integrated Providers1
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services78
What Tennessee Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in RN staff nurse jobs across Tennessee.
- Active RN license in the state of employment or a compact multistate license
- Current BLS certification required, ACLS often required for acute care settings
- Associate or Bachelor of Science in Nursing from an accredited program
- Minimum one to two years of clinical experience in a relevant care setting
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner
- Ability to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care in fast-paced environments
RN Staff Nurse Jobs in Tennessee: Frequently Asked Questions
How many RN staff nurse jobs are there in Tennessee?
There are 78+ RN staff nurse openings in Tennessee on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Columbia, Chattanooga, and Lewisburg. New positions post regularly as employers across Tennessee hire.
How much do RN staff nurses make in Tennessee?
RN staff nurses in Tennessee earn a median of about $81,500 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $63,970 for the lowest 10% to over $104,920 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Tennessee cities have the most RN staff nurse jobs?
Columbia, Chattanooga, and Lewisburg have the most RN staff nurse openings in Tennessee right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire RN staff nurses in Tennessee?
Employers hiring RN staff nurses in Tennessee include Maury Regional Health, Erlanger, and Vanderbilt Integrated Providers, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote RN staff nurse jobs in Tennessee?
Yes. About 0% of RN staff nurse openings tied to Tennessee are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Tennessee metros.
How do I apply for RN staff nurse jobs in Tennessee?
You can apply to RN staff nurse jobs in Tennessee directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Tennessee location, then apply to each one that fits.
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