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

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Rapid City, South Dakota.

Job Description & Requirements

Specialty : Med Surg

Discipline : RN

Start Date : 11 / 10 / 2025

Duration : 13 weeks

36 hours per week

Shift : 12 hours, nights

Employment Type : Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking a skilled RN for a Progressive Care Unit position in an Ortho Neuro Surgical setting, requiring at least one year of stepdown / intermediate care experience and an active SD or compact RN license.

Responsibilities

Work in the Ortho Neuro Surgical (ONS) Progressive Care Unit with mixed acuity across two floors

Care for a diverse patient population including neuro, ortho, surgical, and general medical cases with telemetry monitoring

Unit includes 64 beds with RN patient ratios of 1 : 4 and CNA ratios of 1 : 8

Common procedures include post-operative care, neuro interventions, orthopedic trauma, wound care, and telemetry

Use of Epic EMR system is strongly preferred

Night shift position with 12-hour shifts

Weekend rotation required, up to 4 out of 6 weekends

Float as needed to other adult inpatient units within scope of practice, including Med Surg, Heart and Vascular, Oncology, and Observation

No mandatory call requirements

Scrub color is navy blue

Unit uses a pod structure supported by RNs and nurse aides, with separate charge nurses for each floor

Orientation includes 2 days department-specific and 2 unit shifts with a preceptor

Support available from phlebotomy, respiratory therapy, hospitalist, and nurse clinician

Monthly audits require at least 90% compliance with pre / post pain scoring

Holiday time-off requests must be made prior to offer; current holiday RTO not accepted

No time off is approved during the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally blackout dates each year

First-time travelers will be considered with required experience and Epic EMR proficiency

Free parking is provided

Requirements

Active RN license in South Dakota or a compact state

Minimum of 1 year recent intermediate / stepdown (PCU) experience required

BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required

Completion of a nursing education program approved by a board of nursing

Experience with telemetry monitoring, neuro, ortho, and surgical patient care preferred

Ability to manage cardiac strips, chest tubes, trach care (excluding fresh traches), NGT tube placement, JP drains, PICC / Midline / CVL / PIV lines, wound vacs, medication administration, TPN / tube feedings, blood transfusions, and collection devices

Experience with drip titration of medications such as Heparin, Insulin, Cardizem, Amiodarone, Levophed, and beta blockers preferred (training provided as needed)

Epic EMR experience required for first-time travelers

Must reside at least 100 miles from any Monument Health facility for eligibility

Permanent staff must wait 1 year before returning as a traveler

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-608377. 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.