Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room - $2,600 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Rapid City, South Dakota. Job Description & Requirements Specialty : OR - Operating Room Discipline : RN Start Date : 12 / 15 / 2025 Duration : 13 weeks 40 hours per week Shift : 8 hours, flexible Employment Type : Travel Job Description American Traveler is seeking an experienced Operating Room RN with Level I or II trauma experience and a compact or South Dakota RN license. Responsibilities Work in a hospital Surgical Services unit at a Level II Trauma Center Cares for surgical patients including urology, neuro, ortho, robotic, general, podiatry, ENT, gynecology, and trauma cases 10 operating rooms run Monday through Friday from 7 : 00 AM to 3 : 00 PM Additional care areas include 20 Pre-Op bays and 14 PACU bays Patient ratios : OR 1 : 1, Pre-Op 1 : 2, PACU Phase I 1 : 1 or 1 : 2 based on acuity, Phase II 1 : 2-3 EPIC charting system used; Epic experience preferred but not required Omnicell and Alaris equipment used 8 hour variable shifts with a weekend rotation Call requirements include one overnight per week and every third weekend, with a 15 minute response time Floating may be required to Endo, PreOp, PACU, or the floor as helping hands Works alongside an interdisciplinary team including RN / First Assist / Surg Tech, Nurse Clinician, CRN, Service Line Leads, HUC, Anesthesia, and OR Techs Pre-Op / PACU teams include RNs, nurse aides, clinicians, and CRNs One week of facility and unit orientation provided Sleep room available in the Pre-Op / PACU area during call shifts Required to cover 2 out of 4 major holidays Scrubs are provided Free parking available for all staff First-time travelers are not considered without manager approval Requirements Active RN license for South Dakota or compact state, currently in hand Minimum 2 years of OR experience in a Level I or II trauma setting Current BLS and ACLS certifications required Completion of an approved nursing education program Experience with orthopedic trauma (ORIF, Ex fix, amputations), neuro (craniotomy, spinal), general, robotics (Davinci XI, SP, DV5), and surgical cases in a tertiary care setting Must live more than 100 miles from the facility Permanent staff must wait one year before returning as a traveler Epic EMR experience preferred 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-630887. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title : Travel RN - Operating Room 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.