American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Chamberlain, South Dakota.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: OR - Operating Room
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 01/05/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for an Operating Room position in an acute care setting, requiring 2+ years of circulator experience and a SD or compact license.
Responsibilities
- Work in the Operating Room of an acute care facility
- Facility is designated as a Critical Access Hospital (CAH)
- Unit consists of 1 OR and 1 procedure room
- Cases include general and scopes, such as appendectomies, hernia repairs, EGD, colonoscopy, C-sections, D&Cs, ectopic pregnancy, and laparoscopic cholecystectomies
- Day shifts, 8 hours (7:00 AM – 3:30 PM)
- On-call one to two weekends per month and two nights per week in addition to weekends
- Uses Epic EMR
- When called in, the RN will act as the sole circulator and recover patients in PACU
- Orientation includes 8 hours of facility training
- Scrubs are provided in Ceil Blue
- All clinicians are required to badge in and out
- Local candidates within 80 miles are accepted with a different pay rate
- Returning employees must have ended prior employment at Sanford Health at least 6 months before consideration
Requirements
- Active SD or compact RN license
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required
- 2+ years of circulating nurse experience in the OR required
- Current AHA BLS and ACLS certifications
- Must be comfortable recovering own patient when called in; willing to train in PACU/recovery
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-652393. 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.
