Travel Telemetry/Med-Surg RN - $2,182 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Custer, South Dakota.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/03/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 3, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for a Telemetry/Med-Surg position in South Dakota, requiring at least 1 year of experience and an active SD or compact RN license.

Details

• 12-hour night shifts, 36 hours per week
• Med/Surg unit in a hospital setting with 12 Med/Surg beds
• Patient population includes medical-surgical, intermediate-level, and outpatient infusion cases across all diagnoses including stroke, MI, and trauma
• Patient ratio of 1:4–6 on Med/Surg
• Team nursing approach involving RN, RT, and Imaging
• CNA support available with a ratio of 1–2 techs per 6–12 patients
• Charge nurse available 24/7, covering Med/Surg, ED, and outpatient
• RT available in-house Monday–Friday, 7am–3pm (no on-call)
• Phlebotomy available on campus during business hours, then on-call
• Charting system: Epic and Space Lab
• Weekend rotation is self-scheduled with no set weekends — the entire team rotates
• No on-call requirements
• Floating within scope of practice and below

Requirements

• Active SD RN license or compact RN license required
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS, and PALS; CPI preferred
• Minimum 1 year of experience required (can be a mix of ED and Med/Surg experience)
• Medical-surgical inpatient care experience required
• Experience with a team nursing model (RN, RT, and Imaging) preferred
• Epic EMR experience preferred
• Two professional references dated within the past year required for consideration
• DOB and SSN required for consideration
• Must reside more than 100 miles from the facility to be eligible

Additional Information

• Orientation includes time with the manager, Epic/iLearn online training, and one preceptored shift
• Time-off requests must be approved prior to the start of the contract
• Holiday coverage will be assigned as needed
• RNs are required to wear navy blue scrubs
• In the event of a Condition Snow declaration, travelers are expected to remain on shift or arrive early, consistent with facility staff expectations
• First-time travelers will be considered on a case-by-case basis depending on interview and fit
• Former permanent staff must wait a full year before returning to the facility as a traveler

American Traveler Job ID #P-728701. 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

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.