American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Long Term Care (LTC) Long Term Care for a travel nursing job in Canton, South Dakota.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Long Term Care
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 01/05/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours, evenings
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Long Term Care/Skilled Nursing Facility position with night shift coverage and every other weekend and holiday requirements.
Responsibilities
- Position is in a Long Term Care/Skilled Nursing Facility setting
- Patient population includes long-term care residents with memory care, dementia, and ortho cases
- Facility has 42 beds
- Primary shift is night (6:00pm-6:30am) with some potential for evening shifts (2:00pm-10:30pm)
- Shifts may be 8 or 12 hours in length
- Scheduled every other weekend and every other holiday
- Single RN on night shifts; two nurses scheduled on days and evenings
- Uses PCC EMR system
- No on-call requirements
- Primary responsibilities include providing care for long term care residents, including those with memory care, dementia, and orthopedic conditions
- Initial orientation includes building orientation and training on lifts, typically 2-4 hours
- Evening and night shifts are the primary scheduling needs
- Every other weekend and holiday coverage is required
- No behavioral risk cases currently on unit
Requirements
- Active SD or compact RN license required
- Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
- Experience in LTC or SNF setting preferred
- Comfortable with EMR documentation using PCC
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-648595. 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 - Med/Surg - Long Term Care
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.
