Jobs · South Dakota

Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse - $2,800 per week

Cross Country Nurses · Rapid City, SD · 1 mo ago
On-siteInternship

About the role

Operating Room (OR) Nurse position available in a healthcare facility setting. This role involves circulating during various surgical procedures, primarily in orthopedics, spine, ENT, gynecology, and plastics. The position requires experience with total joints, arthroscopy, and robotics, along with certifications in ACLS and BLS. The unit comprises 11 operating rooms and 1 gastrointestinal suite, handling approximately 30‑50 cases daily. Local travelers living within 80 miles of the facility will have a client rate adjustment.

Responsibilities

  • Circulate during surgical procedures in orthopedics, spine, ENT, gynecology, and plastics.
  • Gain experience with total joints, arthroscopy, and robotics (MAKO).
  • Maintain ACLS and BLS certifications (American Heart Association).
  • Adhere to facility protocols, including badge in/out and use of provided scrubs.
  • Potential float rotation to other units/departments as needed.

Requirements

  • SD or compact state Registered Nurse (RN) license.
  • 3‑4 years recent circulator experience.
  • ACLS and BLS certifications from the American Heart Association (AHA).
  • Experience with total joints, arthroscopy, and robotics (MAKO).
  • Willing to wait for license submission.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Strong orthopedics background.
  • Experience circulating in operating rooms with diverse procedures.
  • Familiarity with EPIC charting system.

Benefits

  • Private housing or generous housing allowance.
  • Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage.
  • Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage.
  • Competitive salaries.
  • Referral bonuses.
  • Travel reimbursement.
  • 401(k) retirement plan.
  • Direct deposit / free checking.
  • Unlimited free CE credits.

Schedule

  • Day shifts, 10 hours per shift.
  • Minimum 40 hours per week.
  • Assignment dates: 09/28/2026 to 12/28/2026.
  • No call or weekend shifts required.

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