Travel Nurse RN - Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) / Pre-Post Op - $1,980 to $2,081 per week in Rapid City, SD

Registered Nurse (RN) | Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) / Pre-Post Op
Location: Rapid City, SD
Agency: AMN Healthcare
Pay: $1,980 to $2,081 per week
Shift Information: 3 days x 12 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: 10/26/2026

About the Position

Job Description & Requirements
Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit - PACU - Travel - (PACU RN)
StartDate: 10/26/2026 Available Shifts: 12 D/E/N Pay Rate: $1980.00 - $2081.00

PreOp-PACU travel nurse jobs at the facility in Rapid City, SD let you care for patients recovering from orthopedic and specialty surgical procedures in a Magnet-recognized hospital. You will monitor post-anesthesia patients, assess vital signs, and support safe transitions from surgery to recovery. You must have an active South Dakota Registered Nurse (RN) license, a nursing degree from an accredited program, and recent post-anesthesia care unit (PACU) experience. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required, and proficiency with electronic medical record (EMR) systems is recommended. Experience with preoperative and PACU skills, including ortho, neuro, and ENT cases, is preferred. The facility offers a collaborative environment in Rapid City, a vibrant city known for its proximity to the Black Hills and outdoor recreation. With AMN Healthcare, you benefit from excellent compensation, discounts and perks, dedicated recruiters and clinical support, the AMN Passport app for 24/7 career assistance, and the confidence of working with a publicly traded company committed to ethical standards. Apply now to join this Travel PreOp-PACU assignment in Rapid City, SD.

Required Qualifications
Registered Nurse, PACU
Licenses: RN(Compact Accepted)
References: 1 Reference in the last 12 months

Facility Location
Rapid City is the second largest city in South Dakota. Known as the City of Presidents due to its proximity to Mt. Rushmore, it is a city in which culture seekers and outdoors types will feel right at home. Hikers will want to experience the beauty of Black Hills firsthand. The mountain range offers a bevy of hiking, camping and mountain biking opportunities. Mt Rushmore, of course, is a significant tourist draw and should be seen by everyone at least once. In addition to the famous monument, Black Hills boasts an impressive array of attractions, including Jewel Cave National Monument and Harney Peak. In town, Rapid City offers a diverse array of eateries, galleries, boutiques and nightlife options.

Job Benefits
At AMN Healthcare we take care of our travelers! We offer:

• Competitive pay rates
• Free, quality, private housing
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) and Flex Spending
• Life Insurance
• Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage
• Free Continuing Education
• Refer a friend and earn extra cash!

About the Company
At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.

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Requirements

Registered Nurse, PACU Licenses: RN(Compact Accepted) References: 1 Reference in the last 12 months

Benefits

At AMN Healthcare we take care of our travelers! We offer:

• Competitive pay rates
• Free, quality, private housing
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) and Flex Spending
• Life Insurance
• Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage
• Free Continuing Education
• Refer a friend and earn extra cash!