Travel Ortho-Neuro Surgical RN - $2,344 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Rapid City, South Dakota. Job Description & Requirements Specialty : Med Surg / Telemetry Discipline : RN Start Date : 10 / 13 / 2025 Duration : 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift : 12 hours, days Employment Type : Travel Job Description American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Progressive Care Unit (Ortho Neuro Surgical) position requiring a SD or compact RN license, with 12-hour day shifts and mixed acuity care. Responsibilities Work in the Ortho Neuro Surgical (ONS) unit of a hospital setting Mixed acuity unit with Intermediate / Stepdown, Telemetry, and MedSurg-level patients Patient population includes surgical, ortho, neuro, spine, and general medical cases such as urology, ortho trauma, CVA / TIA, craniotomies, COPD, CHF, and wound care Nurse to patient ratio is 1 : 4 for PCU assignments Uses Epic EMR; experience required 12-hour day shifts with potential weekend coverage up to 4 out of 6 weekends per schedule May float to Adult Inpatient Units within scope, including Med Surg, Heart and Vascular, Oncology, and Observation Pod structure with team support, including CNAs, charge nurses, flex nurses, respiratory therapy, and clinician support First-time travelers accepted if experience and Epic proficiency are met Travelers must reside at least 100 miles away from any Monument Health facility Permanent staff must wait one year before returning as a traveler 2 days of department orientation followed by 2 unit shifts with a preceptor Orientation includes classroom and facility protocols No mandatory call requirements, but may be placed on call for extra shifts Holiday RTO not accepted; requests for time off must be prior to offer and limited to 1.5 weeks, provided contract extension accommodates full 13 weeks Scrub color is navy blue; free parking provided Blackout dates for time off during annual local events; dates may change each year Requirements Active SD or compact RN license Minimum 1 year of Intermediate or Stepdown level nursing experience required BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required Completion of a board-approved nursing education program Epic charting experience required (especially for first-time travelers) Ability to assess, manage, and care for MedSurg, neuro, and cardiac telemetry patients Competence in cardiac strip interpretation, chest tubes, trach care, line management, wound care, medication administration, TPN / tube feeding, blood transfusions, and collection device management Ability to titrate drips such as Heparin, Insulin, Cardizem, Amiodarone, Levophed, and esmolol Benefits High Pay and Bonuses Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options 401(k) Plan Weekly Payroll Deposit Free Online CEUs Generous Housing Allowance Travel and Licensure Reimbursements Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy Traveler Rewards and Discounts American Traveler Job ID P-611512. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title : Travel RN - Telemetry - Progressive Care Unit About American Traveler With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers. With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements. American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24 / 7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment. With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.